Integrity

Yesterday,on my commute to school,I noticed a young male and female who attended community college I work at.As I listened to their conversation,it became more and more interesting.The male took his F-graded papers out of his back pocket, and explained to his friend that the professor’s expectations were too high.He also added that he never read the book.His friend replied,”I will write it for you.”His immediate answer was “Great! because I don’t know what to do with this.” I wanted to give my input once I found out the name text which was “Savage Inequalities.”
They exchanged all contact information and agreed on the payment for the paper….$25 dollars.After hearing that conversation,it is clear to see certain students don’t value their education.Other students who are well aware of their capabilities, find a way to start business within the schools and this only leave unsatisfactory level students at their steady unproductive pace.
How can this student benefit from the ongoing feeling of not knowing?Or has he fallen into learned helplessness.I’m not sure of the exact answers to these questions.However,I do feel at the age of college students, your own responsibility level should be at an all time high.As we enter the real world, some things, education per say should have more value in life.Integrity is important.