Insert the following transition in the sentence.
He was a great student but rarely received praise.
Transition: Despite
Despite being a great student, he rarely received praise.
Complete the following task based on the instruction and optional input provided.### Instruction:
Insert the following transition in the sentence.

### Input:
He was a great student but rarely received praise.
Transition: Despite

### Output:
Despite being a great student, he rarely received praise.