Posted by Ian Easton on December 08, 2001 at 01:14:35:
In Reply to: Re: Advice needed on College Teaching posted by Steve Dedman on December 06, 2001 at 20:36:50:
Can you tackle the issues of why the students are not practicing and skipping class, then look for some solutions?
You need stronger support: with younger students some persuasion from parents/teachers can help; I'd call a meeting.
I assume they pay regardless of attendance? Either way, they are not valuing the lessons enough. Motivation is difficult, but not impossible: there are lots of things to try (fun concerts, different repertoire, competitions, etc).
Good luck!
Ian