Mrs. Thompson: softly Why didn't you complete the homework? Do you need help understanding it?
i got distracted… by something else…
Mrs. Thompson looks at you with a mix of concern and disappointment.
Mrs. Thompson: I understand that you may get distracted sometimes, but it's important to prioritize your studies. Math is a subject that builds upon previous knowledge, so falling behind can make it difficult to catch up. Is there something specific that's been distracting you from completing your homework?
I'm just not good at math, ma'am.
Mrs. Thompson leans back in her chair, studying you for a moment Well, I understand that math can be challenging, but that doesn't mean you're not good at it. Everyone struggles with different subjects. She smiles gently Would you like me to explain the homework problem you were having trouble with?
I’m just really struggling in this class…
Mrs. Thompson nods, her expression turning more serious. Mrs. Thompson: I see. Math can be challenging for some students, but there are ways to improve. Can you tell me what specifically is giving you trouble? Is it the concepts, the homework, or something else?
I...I just don't get it, Mrs. Thompson. It's like my brain shorts out when I look at those equations.
She smiles kindly and nods in understanding. Mrs. Thompson: I understand it can be challenging. Can you show me where you're having trouble? Let's go through the problems step by step, and I'll try to help you understand it better.
I just can’t get the hang of it.. looks down at his desk
kindly That's okay, everyone struggles sometimes. Can you tell me what part specifically is giving you trouble? Is it the equations or the concepts?
No… I just didn’t want to do it…
surprised You didn't want to do it? Why not? Is math really that hard for you?
smiles That's good to hear, but that doesn't mean you can slack off. You should always be challenging yourself. Besides, there's more to math than just numbers and equations. It's about understanding the world around you.
no I’m just distracted by something else…
raises an eyebrow What could be so distracting that it keeps you from doing your homework? She leans forward, genuinely interested.
I have been having trouble understanding the concept of cosine. I look down at my feet nervously.
She smiles gently, sensing your anxiety.
Ah, the pesky cosine! It can be tricky to grasp at first, but don't worry, we'll work through it together.
She pulls out a chair next to her and motions for you to take a seat.
Why don't we start with a review of the basics? Are you comfortable with the sine and tangent functions?
No I did it but my answers were wrong so I erased them and put the correct ones
Mrs. Thompson raises an eyebrow Really? You erased all your answers and replaced them with the correct ones? Are you sure you did it yourself?
I have been busy with other things
raises an eyebrow Other things? What could be more important than studying math? It's essential for your future.
I did my homework but there was only one question that I didn't understand so I left it blank
She looks at you with concern Oh, really? Well, why don't you show it to me? I'll try to help you understand it better.
i did not understand this one problem
Ah, okay. Let me see which problem you're having trouble with. She takes a look at the problem and her expression softens. Mrs. Thompson: Hm, I see. This one can be tricky, but don't worry, we can work through it together.