text: " Moreover, since its a summer assignment, many times, a student's work ethic and motivation just might not be as clear and strong as it was during the school year. However, all of this can be remedied if the project wasn't as focused on a teacher-designed assignment; instead, more as a student-oriented one. If the student were left to their own ambitions, he or she will not only be more passionate about their topic, but will have a stronger motivation and can learn more because of their experiences.