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Seven ways to help children avoid academic entitlement.
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Sue Osborne's comment March 19, 2013 6:23 PM
Problem is, it's not just the kids who have that sense of entitlement - a lot of them get it from their parents...sigh....
Ana Cristina Pratas's comment,
March 19, 2013 10:33 PM
Entitlement, instant gratification, an unbalanced sense of self-centredness.....as you say Sue, they get it from someone else.
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Student scores on K-12 achievement tests have remained relatively constant over the years. Yet, K-12 grades have increased dramatically. This suggests that today’s students are receiving higher grades for the same performance as students in previous decades. Some studies show that even the most talented students earn success by cleverly circumventing hard work.
What happens when students develop unrealistic expectations toward college or the work world? They respond with anger and disappointment when their goals are not achieved. Feelings of entitlement have been correlated with a host of negative outcomes, including hostility,depression, difficulty in relationships, and greed.
Parents and K-12 teachers can minimize the risk of academic entitlement in college and the world beyond by instilling positive values toward learning and success during the formative years.