What's In An "A" ?

This morning my Dad asked me to read one of the page from the newspaper that was talking bout "A" . The very first question was, " Is a string As a guarantee to a good future?". Based from the newspaper, top scorers in past examinations say NO. Most of them stress that hard work, street smarts, and interpersonal skills are more important than a perfect score. To be honest, in working world, it does not matter how many As you obtain as a student. I agree that it does provide the initial confidence for anyone to further their studies but it is by no means the only factor in determining a good future.

"To be successful in life, you need to have skills, be it technical, interpersonal or communication skills. People who have such skills do better in life. "

Obtaining As is not a ticket to a successful life. While it gives you a head start, how well you do at work and in life depends on life skills. Remember that you need to be hardworking, learn to communicate effectively, and have people skills. This will take you a long way in life, not the As obtained in schools. Good results can never guarantee the good life. What is more important is to work hard and having a positive attitude.

" Everyone is smart in their own way"

The Multiple Intelligences(MI) theory proves that a person might have eight types of intelligences (Howard Gardner). It's important to understand the MI concept. "if a child comes home with 40 percent marks in her Science exam, we tend to ask :" WHy only 40 percent and not 90 percent like her classmate?" If we stop the judging and instead looked at her as an individual, we will start asking helpful questions:" What is the subject that is losing her? how is she in her other subjects? what can i do to help her ?".

I guess everyone knows what's the conclusion is right ! XD.

" All the best "