Just what I need

My teacher gave me an F on a report for doing exactly what it said. She asked me if I submitted the wrong paper, I did exactly what the thing said to so I don’t understand whats the problem. Im in the middle of one project already and still have to do another so this is just fantastic. I also have to fill out my fafsa and a bunch of other things. Share something positive or cute animal pics because Im about to tear my hair out.

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CrazyHippieChick · 31-35, F

Sometimes we forget nuance. I get it, I can be the same. I’d encourage you though to think about what it means to EXACTLY do what an instructor or professor says. Not because you are necessarily doing any thing wrong in carrying out/ completing what is being asked of you in the literal sense, but because you may likely be unaware of your blindspots. Oftentimes thinking LITERALLY and doing EXACTLY what we are instructed to do actually misses the whole plot. And school is all about critical thinking and delving into the process/journey. Feel me?

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CrazyHippieChick · 31-35, F

@Captainjackass I hope it goes well! I always try to approach conversations like this with humility and a willingness to hear the other person out. Can be very difficult when we feel slighted though so I get it!

Captainjackass · 31-35, M

@CrazyHippieChick Im gonna wait until tomorrow to send it when I calm down. I already sent an angry email once years ago and the professor tried to get me in trouble for it even though he deserved worse. This professors already pissing me off and making what was supposed to be an enjoyable class horrible. I spent all day working on a new paper and am exhausted but have to do more tomorrow.

SomeMichGuy · M

@Captainjackass I'd have the conversation FIRST to point out how you DID follow the instructions.

You have no idea why you got the grade, so just continuing on means you are likely to waste effort.

So go ask.

If you followed the instructions, and there is some lack of clarity, it's not on you.

HootyTheNightOwl

Captainjackass · 31-35, M

@HootyTheNightOwl thats me screaming in frustration and anger right now.

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