DISTRESSED STUDENTS: REFLECTIVE QUESTIONS

Question 1:

Three weeks into the semester a student who had been regularly attending begins missing class, his performance on assignments drops, and he appears listless in class. In journal entries he makes references to a significant life event (e.g., death, illness, divorce, etc).

What is your response?

What actions should you take to address this student's behavior?
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  • Speak to the student privately:
    Instructor: "Sarah, I am concerned about the sudden changes I've noticed in your attendance and your grades. I remember that you mentioned in your journal that you went through a major change in your life. You don't seem to be as lively as you used to be. Are you