Poor Class Performance Flag

Overview

Personalizing comments improves student engagement.  Use any of the templates below when raising a Participation Concern flag in MU Connect. This flag is used for broad performance issues not captured by other flags. You’ll find messages in three tones - pick the one that matches your style. Simply copy and paste into the comment box and customize as needed. You can view the full email template for the message below.

NOTE: This flag can be raised anytime using the My Students or Zoom In tabs in MU Connect.

Goal: Provide broad support for improving multiple aspects of academic success.

Formal Tone

Use when you want to keep a professional and supportive tone.

  • Your overall performance is below expectations; please meet with me to talk about what's not going well.
  • I’m concerned about your progress; let’s review strategies for improvement.
  • Your current work suggests you may be struggling in my class. Please schedule a time to meet with me and talk about strategies to get back on track.
  • Overall performance is lagging. Review Canvas for assignment feedback and grades and schedule a time to talk with me.
  • Your grades and participation both indicate a concern; let’s meet.
  • We should discuss your performance to ensure success.
  • Your standing in this course is at risk. Please reach out.
  • I recommend scheduling office hours to address performance issues.
  • Your academic progress needs attention; let’s develop a recovery plan.
  • Overall class performance is unsatisfactory; please connect with me.

Friendly Tone

Use when you want to sound warm, encouraging, and approachable.

  • I'm noticing you’re struggling. Let’s chat about how to help you.
  • I want you to succeed. Let’s find ways to improve your performance.
  • Let’s meet and talk about a plan to get you back on track.
  • You’ve got this; let’s work on boosting your performance together.
  • Worried about your overall work; happy to help you improve.
  • We can fix this. Let’s schedule time to review.
  • Let’s talk about what’s working and what’s not.
  • I believe in you; let’s find a path forward.
  • Course load feeling heavy? Let’s discuss strategies.
  • Your progress matters; let’s work on it together.

Direct Tone

Use when time is short or you need a straight-to-the-point message.

  • Your overall performance needs attention. Let’s connect next week and make a plan.
  • You’re falling behind in several areas. I’d like to talk about what’s going on.
  • Your grades and class participation are slipping. Let’s check in next week.
  • You’ve missed a few key assignments. Please reach out so we can discuss next steps.
  • Class performance is a concern right now. Let’s meet next week and talk about strategies.
  • I’m seeing issues across your coursework. Let’s work on a plan to turn things around.
  • You're off track in this class. Let’s connect before it gets harder to recover.
  • You’re struggling in multiple areas. Please reach out so we can talk through it.
  • I have concerns based on recent work. Let’s meet and figure out how to improve.
  • There’s a pattern of missed work and low scores. Let’s talk about what’s going on.

 

Email Template

Subject Line: [MU Connect] Action Steps for Improvement in COURSE NAME

Dear STUDENT FIRST NAME,

I wanted to let you know that I am worried about your academic performance in COURSE NAME.

Here are the key points I’ve noted:

INSTRUCTOR COMMENTS HERE

[Default Comment: I have noticed that you are experiencing some challenges with your class performance. Please come see me to discuss how you can improve your performance.]

Below are resources that other students have utilized that can have a major impact on your grade!

  • Meet with me before or after class, during office hours, or by scheduling an appointment to discuss how you can improve your class performance.
  • Access your academic resources. Please visit the Learning Center website or visit their office in the Student Success Center to determine what type of support is available for your coursework or academic unit.
  • Schedule a meeting with your academic advisor via MU Connect if you would like to discuss your schedule.
  • Check out some of the well-being resources on campus. The Mizzou community cares about your well-being in and out of the classroom.

I believe in your potential to excel academically. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need additional information or assistance.

Sincerely,

FLAG RAISER NAME

FLAG RAISER E-MAIL

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