An underachiever is a learner whose achievement consistently falls below their potential ability. There are two types of underachievers: situational underachievers, whose underachievement is temporary, and chronic underachievers, whose underachievement persists. Characteristics of underachievers include being disruptive or quiet in class, having poor attendance and low self-esteem, and lacking motivation or goals, while causes can be physical, social, family-related, or school-related. Remedial measures include early identification and counseling, special classrooms, adjusting activities, improving home-school interaction, and addressing underlying causes of underachievement.

2. UNDERACHIEVEMENT

7. An underachiever is a learner
whose achievement
consistently falls well his
potential ability

9. TYPES OF
UNDERACHIEVERS
There are two types of underachievers
 Situational underachievers
 Chronic underachievers

10. Characteristics of Achievers
• Goal orientated
• Positive thinker
• Confident
• Self disciplined
• Proficient in basic skills
• Takes safe and appropriate
risks

11. Characteristics of Underachievers
• Disruptive or quiet in class
• Poor attendance
• Low self – esteem
• Low motivation
• Immature
• Not goal oriented
• Aggressive with peers
• Depressed , Sad
• Tired or sleepy

12. Causes of Underachievement
• Physical factors
• Socio – psychological factors
• Family related factors
• School related factors

14. Remedial measures
• Early identification and counseling
• Special classroom
• Adjusting school activities
• Home – school interaction
• Unlearning of underachievement