High School Teacher's TikTok Highlights Student's Reading Comprehension Issues

High School Teacher Highlights Common Student Issue: Failure to Read Instructions A US-based high school teacher recently shared her experience with students repeatedly failing to follow assignment instructions, despite verbal and written clarifications. The teacher, who wishes to remain anonymous, created a TikTok video detailing the frustrations of having to repeatedly explain the same requirements. The video highlights the challenges educators face in ensuring clear communication and student accountability. "Mind you, these are 15-16 year olds and I’ve also verbally and physically given them these requirements multiple times," the teacher stated in her video. The assignment, a typed-up draft, included specific instructions on capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and the use of figurative language. The teacher's video included screenshots of the assignment guidelines, showcasing the detailed instructions given to the students. The video sparked a discussion among educators, many of whom shared similar experiences. The teacher's candid approach resonated with viewers, leading to increased awareness of the communication challenges in education. The video serves as a reminder of the importance of clear communication in education and the need for students to take responsibility for reading and understanding assignment instructions.