5 The underperforming student
On completion of this section you should be able to:
- recognise the underperforming student and identify the support available
- understand why sometimes assessors fail at giving feedback, are dishonestly kind in giving negative feedback and have unconscious bias in providing feedback
- reflect on why assessors fail to fail and the professional ramifications of doing so
- recognise the importance of clear verbal and written communication between students, Practice Supervisors and Practice Assessors
- understand the process to follow when supporting a failing student.