Quality versus QuantityIn the essay “The Work Ethic, in Modern Form,” author Joanne B. Ciulla explains how the modern work style is different from the traditional and old work ethic, and how the young generation and the rising generation do not want to work hard but rather want instant results. The enduring formula of working hard and performing seems to be fading. Instead of mastering the subject, students worry about final results and getting good points. Additionally, Ciulla says students engage in activities that end up paying more than just excellent work. In the article, Ciulla describes the situation of today's students who are more focused on getting a higher grade. According to Ciulla, students don't show determination, but they want a second chance to get better grades than before. Students want that better grade simply because they put a lot of time into it. Sometimes professors unreasonably give students a higher grade, which leads to false confidence among students, which causes other causes. In the end o...