Overview
This kudo should recognize exceptional performance rather than consistent effort. In your comments, highlight outstanding achievement while reinforcing the behaviors that led to it. Of the kudos available, this is the most grade-oriented; however, you can still recognize both achievement and effort.
Use the examples below as a starting point when raising an Outstanding Academic Performance kudo in MU Connect. The templates are organized into three different tones, but they're meant to be used as a guide. Copy and paste the example as written, combine elements from multiple examples, and add course-specific details to recognize the student's accomplishment. Even a brief personalized note can make your message more meaningful.
NOTE: This Kudo can be raised anytime using the My Students or Zoom In tabs in MU Connect.
Formal Tone
- Your outstanding performance on recent assignments and assessments demonstrates an excellent understanding of the course material. Continue applying the same level of preparation and engagement throughout the semester.
- You have consistently produced exceptional work and have been a strong contributor during class discussions. Your commitment to learning is evident. Keep up the excellent work.
- Your performance in this course has been outstanding, with consistently high-quality assignments and strong exam scores. Continue building on these successful habits as we move into the next unit.
- Your careful attention to detail, thoughtful analysis, and consistent preparation have resulted in exceptional work this semester. I really appreciate your dedication; keep striving for excellence.
- Your consistent participation in discussion boards, thoughtful engagement with course materials, and excellent assignment submissions reflect outstanding academic performance. Keep maintaining this high level of engagement.
Friendly Tone
- You've been doing incredible work! Your assignments, quizzes, and participation have all been outstanding. Keep up the amazing work!
- You've been consistently producing some of the strongest work in the class. It's clear you're putting in the effort, and it's paying off. Keep it going!
- I really appreciate your thoughtful questions, class participation, and high-quality work so far this semester. You're doing an excellent job. Keep building on your momentum!
- It's been great watching your hard work translate into outstanding results. Your dedication and preparation have made a really difference. Keep challenging yourself!
- You've been incredibly engaged in our course by contributing thoughtful discussion posts, staying on top of every assignment, and consistently producing excellent work. Fantastic job. Keep it up!
Direct Tone
- Your work has been outstanding throughout the semester. Keep up the excellent performance!
- Your assignments and quiz scores consistently demonstrate exceptional understanding of the material we're covering. Keep it up!
- Your preparation, participation, and high-quality work continue to stand out. Keep doing what you're doing.
- Your academic performance has been exceptional this semester. Don't let up on your effort and focus!
- Your discussion posts, assignment submissions, and consistent engagement in the course have been outstanding. Keep up the great work!
The following email is sent to students when this kudo is raised. The bracketed information is updated based on the individual's information. The highlighted portion is customizable by the instructor within MU Connect when raising the kudo.
Subject: Kudos! Outstanding Performance in [COURSE NAME]
[STUDENT FIRST NAME],
You're doing really well in this class! Keep it up!
[INSTRUCTOR FIRST AND LAST NAME]
[INSTRUCTOR EMAIL]
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