Originally Posted by Pedal C

I think what Rowuk said is right on. In the long run, you won't do a student any favors by allowing them to skate through and recieve a degree without doing what's required to succeed outside of school. Fortunately, you've BEEN succeeding for quite awhile, so you're in a great position to get them on the right track. Whether they choose to take that message and run with it is largly up to them.

That said, we've all had students that aren't where they should be. Even if that's true, in my opinion, the best way get a student on track is to make sure you're starting where they ARE at and moving forward. It's tempting to teach over a student's head when you think they're behind, but that's awfully frustrating for both of you!

Some students are behind because they ignore instructions and advice and lack the iniative or dedication to catch up. Sadly though, others are behind because they haven't been taught well and are simply ingorant of what's required in terms of practicing, listening, sound concept, fundamentals, etc. The good news is that even though that may be frustrating at first, sometimes those ignorant students, once they get a clue (from you!), can really dig in and be the most fun to teach and have great success!

Jason.