Blog #3 Motivation to Learn: Four Points that Impact Curriculum Design
Motivated students are much more likely to achieve their potential and find success. As educators, there is nothing we desire more than to see our students highly engaged and feeling inspired to learn.
Motivation is an essential component in highly effective teaching. It promotes positive behavior in students, while also providing a greater sense of purpose and well-being. In this infographic, I address four primary theoretical perspectives that have shaped research in the way student's are influenced and motivated to learn. I hope that it inspires you to create a creative learning environment that fosters motivation in your students.
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In the 21st Century, it is vital to think creatively. "Among other ideas and beliefs that today’s students will need to explore is an understanding of the place and value of creativity in the workplace and other institutions that impact life. This is a new focus for schools and students."(Gura, Mark. Make, Learn,
Succeed, 2018).
ISTE Standards for student 1.3 Knowledge Constructor connects with both Mark Gura's, "Make Learn, Succeed" and National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine-"People Learn II: Learners, Contexts, and Cultures" by supporting students' motivation and creating valuable learning experiences through the use of digital tools in the classroom.
Understanding the impact we have on our students should lead us to create a learning environment that can both trigger and sustain a student’s curiosity and creativity in ways that support motivation and learning.
Ivette, your infographic is striking! I really like the block colors that you used. For me, they visually pop out the important information like I think infographics should!
ReplyDeleteIvette, in this day and age it is vital to help students feel that they do belong in our classrooms and help them know that they are part of a community. I enjoyed reading your blog and the infographic explains so well how important it is for students to feel that they belong. This will help them succeed in all they do. Great job!
ReplyDeleteIvette,
ReplyDeleteKudos on your infographic design! It contains a lot of valuable information without being overwhelming. I feel that consistent motivation in students is one of the hardest aspects of education to maintain these days. During the pandemic lockdown, our district went 1-to-1 with chromebooks and we have been encouraged to incorporate them into our classes as much as we can. It's been great introducing the students to new resources, but I find that constant connectivity has really diminished some students' motivation. Next time I run into this issue, I am going to consider some of the information you shared here. Thanks!