How to demonstrate interest in a subject w/o kissing up?

<p>My friend says she “doesnt think i am interested in any class because I dont participate”. but then again, she kisses a-- so much that teachers just “fall in love with her”. Teachers LIKE me because i do my work and carry myself well but I dont like to be buddy/buddy with teachers. I am worried that for recommendations next year, my teachers wont brag about me like they would her.</p>

<p>Participation =/= sucking up
Ask a lot of questions, then the teachers will see that you actually want to learn more.</p>

<p>yeah, participate means asking questions, not harassing teachers, etc…you can participate legitimately w/o any brownnosing</p>