What to say instead of I don't know.
I didn't hear the question, so I say...
Could you repeat the question please?
What does the A in AVID stand for?
Advancement
I'm either good at it or not.
I can learn to do anything I want to.
I don't know how to play soccer.
I don't know how to play soccer...YET!
Identify the problem.
I need some more time to think about my answer so I say...
Can you give me a few more minutes to think?
What does the V in Avid stand for?
Via
I stick to what I know.
I like to try new things.
I can't draw anything.
I can't drawing anything, YET!
After you know what the problem is, then what?
Figure out what is causing the problem.
I know something, but I'm not sure it's right...
I'm not sure, but here's what I do know.
What does the I in AVID stand for?
Individual
I don't like to be challenged, it's hard.
I don't get math.
I don't get math, YET!
Brainstorm possible solutions.
I am just going to try...
This is my best guess.
What does the D in AVID stand for?
Determination
Feedback and criticism are personal.
Feedback helps me learn and grow.
I don't know how to write an essay.
I don't know how to write an essay...YET!
After brainstorming solutions, you should...
Evaluate the solutions, pros and cons and choose one solution.
Maybe you could tell me again...
Could you explain it in a different way?
What does AVID mean?
Taking individual responsibility for persevering and trying your best to meet your goals.
Learning new things should be easy, and when it's not I give up.
Learning new things takes effort, and I can persevere.
I don't have a plan for my future.
I don't have a plan for my future...YET!
After evaluating the solutions...
Put the best solution into action. Try it!