EDTS 531 - Motivating Unmotivated Students (Research and Practice) (3)

Students come to class with varying levels of motivation. Some are ready and eager to learn, while others struggle to engage in content. Why do students’ levels of motivation differ so greatly? And is there anything you can do to motivate unmotivated students? For better or worse, motivation affects student learning, but luckily, you have the unique opportunity to positively impact all students regardless of their motivation level when they enter the classroom. 

In this course, you will explore the major theories of motivation, your role in encouraging and promoting student motivation, and strategies you can implement to develop students’ mind-set toward learning. You’ll examine learning approaches, the concepts of growth mind-set and grit, and the importance of encouraging academic risk. In addition, you’ll learn how to set up your classroom physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually so the environment itself is motivating to your students.

Using the techniques from this course, you will be able to motivate even the most reluctant student to come to class ready to learn.