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Adolescence, 6/e
Laurence Steinberg, Temple University

Psychosocial Development During Adolescence
Achievement

Essay Questions



1

You are a teacher and one of your students is a classic underachiever. The student's parents have requested a meeting with you to discuss the situation. Based on what you've learned, what will you share with these parents to assist them in supporting their child to reach his/her potential?
2

You are new principal of a school located in a rural area that serves predominately lower class families. What are some of your concerns of administering your new school? What might you do to optimize the educational outcomes for the students in your charge?
3

Think of three things that will reduce the drop out rate in American high schools.
4

How might your educational experiences be different if you were a member of another ethnic group?