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My daughter is having difficulty understanding her professors. What can she do?



Question applies to ages: 16, 17, 18

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By saying "professors" I'm assuming your daughter is in college. All college professors have office hours, and your daughter can schedule time to meet with each to discuss how she can better "translate" what they're saying in class. Careful note taking in class can help, because she can go back and re-read them and things may seem more clear the 2nd time around. There are also usually tutors available on campus, either through the school or peer tutors, and having something explained by someone other than the professors may make things become clearer. Good luck!
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If the issue is language or an accent, it can be helpful to sit near the front of the class, which makes it easier to concentrate on what the professor is saying.

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former admissions counselor (8 years), current financial aid advisor (4 years)
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