<p>I want the other students to envy my intelligence, but not to the extent of hating me, but recognizing my intellect and wanting to befriend me.</p>
<p>How do I go about doing this while simultaneously building credibility and rapport with the instructor?</p>
<p>Ask Rob. He might know.</p>
<p>Would you stop trolling please? Your threads are becoming trite and tiring...</p>
<p>I suggest that if you don't like my question, then don't respond to it. And I don't want to hear another thing about this Rob person.</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>I don't think he's trolling. His threads are far too detailed and personal to be considered trolling. </p>
<p>Sorry, I can't help you, Innovative Boxx.</p>
<p>No one on CC can help with what's wrong with Innovative Boxx. Dude, I feel very sorry for your situation, but your threads always end with many insightful parents and students telling you that you need to get actual help. Therapy. Counseling.</p>
<p>Best of luck.</p>
<p>But wouldn't you want other students to be your friend because they like you, not solely because they think you're intelligent? </p>
<p>Though to answer your question regarding the instructor, simply be active in class, ask questions - answer questions (particularly when the instructor asks a question and nobody answers and a long awkward pause follows.)
Speak with him/her after class.</p>
<p>I do this in most of my classes. However, I do this because I find that the instructor is more likely to give a higher grade if you're teetering between an A and A- and be more lenient in their grading if you seem as if you're earnestly trying.
I'm not sure about the affect on other students though. I believe it's safe to say that in most cases, no matter what you say in class (assuming it's not remarkably stupid/funny or you aren't irritatingly active) that the average student will not pay you any attention no matter what you do.</p>
<p>who is Rob?</p>
<p>^^ I was wondering that too...
I assumed it was somebody's alter-ego slash imaginary friend. I guess that's not a normal assumption, though :P</p>
<p>...</p>
<p>It starts getting annoying you know.
You either have way too much time on your hands (and a somewhat scary imagination) or you are being serious. In both cases, you need some serious help. If the latter, I don't want to be mean at all, but I just want you to know that CC isn't the place to ask for advice like this, I think talking to a professional could really help you. </p>
<p>Are you attending college already, btw?</p>
<p>Yes, I'm attending college already.</p>
<p>I need to ask a professional about a college question? What's your reasoning behind such an unorthodox approach?</p>
<p>This is not a "college question". This is a question about your severely impacted sense of self and self-esteem - things a professional deals with.</p>
<p>Hey guys, I can hear a troll stomping around in my basement. I'm afraid it will climb out and eat me.</p>
<p>Is it Shrek? I love Shrek and his ugly babies.</p>
<p>^ I disagree and think you're reading too much into my very basic question. Are you a psychology major?</p>
<p>I simply asked how to engage myself and contribute more to the classroom. I don't that warrants the need to consult a psychologist.</p>
<p>No, Shrek is an ogre. This one is a straight-up troll. The kind with claws and bristly hair and sharp teeth and little piggy eyes.</p>
<p>Oh! Right, "I am an Ogre!" I Forgot about that.</p>
<p>But his babies are still ugly.</p>
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^ I disagree and think you're reading too much into my very basic question. Are you a psychology major?</p>
<p>I simply asked how to engage myself and contribute more to the classroom. I don't that warrants the need to consult a psychologist.
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<p>i think slighanarchist was referring to your previous posts in context with this one, which arguably do indicate that you're fairly troubled when it comes to your self-esteem. talking to a counselor never hurt anyone (i've done it before!)--sometimes it's nice to have an outsider to listen to your concerns and offer some guidance. you seem to be attempting to find that same kind of audience by posting on this forum (and maybe others), but unfortunately no one here is a professional who can really help you.</p>
<p>Oh, just forget it. I asked a simply, honest question and then get bombarded with a discussion on trolls and ogres.</p>
<p>MODERATORS: PLEASE DELETE THIS THREAD.</p>
<p>Well to be fair, I answered your question. In fact, I was the only one who did.</p>
<p>Now back to the ogres.</p>
<p>I have the same problem. I grew up in a school that constantly belittled my intellectual abilities regardless of my remarkable grades and ability to solve any problem thrown at me, not to mention I got third place in the Geography B (out of my grade level) and 1st in my class for the Biology trivia. Still my peers regarded me as unintelligent.</p>
<p>Most students are inept to pointing out legitimate intelligence in other students. Most of them simply gauge their opinions on the basis of vocabulary and articulation. Because I was the shy student, most people disregarded me since I spoke rather nervously. It might be the same for you. A confident speaker portrays intelligence to the ignorant and gives the illusion that they are correct in their assertions. If you want majority of your peers to view you as intellectually superior, you must make the illusion that you are confident in your opinions and display them articulately and well. Many people will take your word simply because of your presentation regardless if you are accurate or not. People will also befriend you for our boldness and leadership qualities.</p>
<p>To build a satisfactory relationship with your instructors, it's a good idea to meet with them after class and discuss the material that was handed out during lecture. Even if you understand the material, questioning some of it gives your instructors the idea that you are actively seeking help and have a genuine interest in the subject matter. I use to go to my instructors and ask questions about material I learned to expand my knowledge on the subject despite it not being on the test. It was the difference between an A and an A- in most cases. Just showing that you're eager about learning leaves a nice impression on your instructors (given you are in a smaller classroom).</p>