The following is an email from a D student. She knows her grade. I am waiting for another email asking me for a higher grade. I hope she disappoints me and does not write back. I am becoming too cynical and I need to have my faith in the students renewed.
Professor J,
Hi! I'm ---- from your Mon/Wed morning classes. I just want
to apologize for hardly ever attending class without informing you
first. ALL those reasons are very personal, however, I know you probably
feel offended about my performance in your class. I know that the class
hardly participated in the class discussions, for that I apologize. I
just want you to know that you've actually made me learn a few things
about the economy. I actually LEARNED something. You're actually one of
the few teachers I've encountered during my college career that was
WILLING to teach, to try to get everyone involved. I'm sorry if I or the
class made it feel awkward for you. But I just wanted to let you know
that you are a wonderful teacher. I wish I could have attended EVERY
class session though... Take care!
The filipino girl that was either late to class or didn't show up
She did not ask for a higher grade and I will make the assumption that I am a great teacher and she is an honest student.
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