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"The pace of the class is more similar to a math class rather than an english or speech class where someone could miss either part or a whole lecture and not be worried about being left too confused. But as in most Math classes the lessons build upon each other. I didn't think missing any part of any biology lecture could detriment my learning process. But in truth missing just one hour can pose as an obstacle towards being able to fully comprehend the following chapters. I missed just 50 minutes of a lecture on heredity traits and I was completely lost on punnett squares. 

I just think telling someone that this class has an upbeat rhythm is a good start but also in order to stay in sync with the tempo of the course you need to stay focused on the lessons that are presented at each and every lecture whether you are there or not. However, just in case you should happen to miss a class (life does happen) then to fiercely seek out the knowledge that you did not get to instill in them through classmates and study groups. 

Bottom line is 'want', how much & how bad? They should want this class badly. They should have a deep yearning and desire to put the knowledge of this class to good use in their own lives. It's not a grade based solely on attendance."