If he is into video games and comic books then he obviously appreciates visual media, so DEFINITELY use that to encourage him. But don't give him preferential treatment because he is a 'bad' art student - just do exactly what you'd do with any of the other students. If the curriculum allows some flexibility (such as video game / comic book based pieces) exploit it to help him.
If he's not into art, there's no point forcing him. I don't like Maths but had to get a GCSE in it because it's a minimum requirement to go into 6th form college (UK) and get A levels, so I did it. But art is different, it isn't a necessary academic subject if he has no interest in going into an art-based career. If he sees no point in it, he's unlikely to be enthusiastic.
Honestly, year 9, 10 and 11 are probably the times when most kids rebel and question authority, routine or structure, especially if they think it's a waste of time, so I'm not surprised you're having difficulty with him. As I say, do your job to the best of your ability, if he fails the subject, it's his own doing, you've provided him with the necessary tutorage and materials to succeed and if he is unwilling to try then it's his problem :)
Is it normal to have such an unenthusiastic student
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If he is into video games and comic books then he obviously appreciates visual media, so DEFINITELY use that to encourage him. But don't give him preferential treatment because he is a 'bad' art student - just do exactly what you'd do with any of the other students. If the curriculum allows some flexibility (such as video game / comic book based pieces) exploit it to help him.
If he's not into art, there's no point forcing him. I don't like Maths but had to get a GCSE in it because it's a minimum requirement to go into 6th form college (UK) and get A levels, so I did it. But art is different, it isn't a necessary academic subject if he has no interest in going into an art-based career. If he sees no point in it, he's unlikely to be enthusiastic.
Honestly, year 9, 10 and 11 are probably the times when most kids rebel and question authority, routine or structure, especially if they think it's a waste of time, so I'm not surprised you're having difficulty with him. As I say, do your job to the best of your ability, if he fails the subject, it's his own doing, you've provided him with the necessary tutorage and materials to succeed and if he is unwilling to try then it's his problem :)
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Good point!