Teachers Care

Teachers like to know that their students are interested in what they are learning, and they appreciate feeling like they know their students. The best thing you can do at the start of each semester is to go upto your professor and introduce yourself one on one.

This really shows faculty how serious you are about doing well. Chances are good that if you maintain a good relationship with your professor, they will be more inclined to let the little things (absenses, late homework), slide. And we all know we would love that.

Another thing that is important in maintaining a good relationship with your teachers is to visit them during office hours. Any questions you have should be addressed during this time. Once a week really shows that you're trying. Even if you don't have any questions, bring completed homework assignments and have them look over it. These small gestures really will go a long way in boosting your grade. It's no secret how important teachers view participation.