Chapter 9: When Things Go Wrong

1. "Teenagers want to succeed in school, both socially and academically." (page 162)

Adolescent students want to do well in both academics and social standings.

2. Even though students may act like they do not want to be in school it is actually the only place they have to be socially successful with children their age constantly. Most teenagers view social success as high as academic success. If a teacher keeps the students involved in both areas the students are likely to succeed in school and stay in school