What’s the problem with Joseph?

W: Good morning, I’m Michelle Eden. You’ve asked to see me?
M: Yes. Please have a seat. I’m glad you could make it.
W: Is there anything wrong with Joseph’s studies?
M: Well, he is falling a little bit behind his classmates. I was just wondering if you could tell me something about his study habits at home.
W: He seems to be spending a lot of time with his computer lately. It was a gift from his father.
M: I see. So that’s the problem. Joseph is a very intelligent kid. All his classmates like him. Is it possible for you to discipline him a little bit?
W: It’s my fault. Both of us are working now. Most of the time there is no one who looks after my son.
M: How about getting a private teacher? That’ll force him to study, well, just until all his homework is done, then he could go back to play the computer.
W: Where could I find a private teacher for him?
M: I could ask one of the assistant teachers to do that.
W: That’ll be great if you could do that. I really want to spend more time with Joseph but I just need to work right now.
M: I understand. How about a cup of tea?
W: Thanks.