1)  Convey expectations

• Students perform best with high expectations.
• Convey expectations as long-term goals.
• Start with short-term, specific goals.
• Use behavioural contracts to define specific goals.

2)  Assist students in setting goals

• Help students identify goals they want to achieve.
• Have students set specific goals, (that is, participate in developing their individual program goals in written form).

3)  Build confidence and faith

• Demonstrate faith in students’ ability to succeed.
• Provide reassurance when needed.
• Recognize past accomplishments.