And assessments of progress are now garnered not only through testing but also by more subtle indicators such as the quality of the portfolios the students keep and the success of their projects. (edutopia.org)
However, there are a number of more subtle indicators of stress, and these include: turning the head away from the stressor, partially closing the eyes, showing the whites of the eyes, pinning the ears, lip licking, licking a person's face, yawning, and raising a paw. (wideopenpets.com)
Be a watchful owner — you must rely on subtle indicators such as change in behavior to alert you to potential problems with your dog. (bouvierhealthfoundation.org)