Holli,
I think all longer term instructors have encountered the bare minimum type of student. They can be a challenge. Most certainly, individual chats are necessary. Most often I'll try to focus on their reasons for enrolling in the first place, what they hope to achieve, and how their life can be changed for the better when they go the extra measure. Usually, if I can convince them of the "what's in it for me", they can see my point.
Barry Westling
