Students could benefit by surrounding themselves with peers that have better work ethics than they do. Social pressure provides external motivation without the stress of disappointment that comes with parental or teacher pressure.
In class, those who are focused on the lesson and are generally not distracting others are the best people to sit with. Teachers would be happy to assist a student’s preference in seating if there is a valid reason.
Being surrounded with those passionate about school could not only help with work ethic, but could result in the student developing a new passion for learning.
Do not think of socialization in school as a distraction but rather as an opportunity to associate with the right people.
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