Why does this girl smile, but doesn't maintain eye contact?

[Anonymous]

I am trying to improve my social skill because all my life I have been pretty introverted. I find it pretty easy to talk to other guys, but I find it a bit awkward talking 1 on 1 with the girls. So, I started talking to this girl in class. Which is unlike me because I often wait for a girl to initiate a conversation with me. Unless we need to do a project together. Usually when she talks with other guys she has no problem with maintaining eye contact. When her and I talk she avoids looking directly into my eyes. We were sitting down next to each other. As we were sitting down and having a small conversation. I saw her smiling, but she was looking straight ahead in front of her. I don't want to personally ask her why. I think that would make things really awkward than it already is. Any input would be greatly appreciated! You can ask me questions if you need more detail.

[Jdjfjcjj]

When a girl can't maintain eye contact with you while talking, it's generally a very good sign she likes you. she's nervous around you in a good way.

If a woman can stare you in the eye, not break eye contact, she's being very dominant, which has a very different meaning

[Jdjfjcjj]

I'll clarify because other commenters are saying it means shyness..

OP indicated that she smiles at him too. This is very important and should be taken into consideration.

So I stand by my comment that this isn't just shyness, it's attraction

[Guy13]

Congratulations on reaching out and risking with people more. The more you do it the easier it becomes.

[Avicenna]

She might be shy or just being polite

[Anonymous]

That usually indicates shyness.

[Anonymous]

She is friendly.

[In_Trance]

She's farting