Motivation to Learn: Transforming Classroom Culture to Support Student Achievement

Harness the power of motivation to transform the learning experience!   When properly channeled, motivation propels learning forward. Yet teachers across all grade levels and disciplines struggle to recognize and cultivate this dynamic, social force in the classroom. This essential resource proves that all students are motivated to learn, and provides authentic tools to create and sustain a classroom community that is highly engaged. You’ll discover: Reflection activities that promote student voice and self-efficacy as well as assess existing motivation levels Case studies and best practices based on current motivation theory and research Strategies to design meaningful learning tasks and build positive relationships with students and colleagues. INDICE: Section 1: Understanding Student MotivationSection Introduction1. What Is Motivation to Learn?2. How Do Teacher Beliefs Influence Motivation?Section 2: Classroom Practices and Strategies to Support MotivationSection Introduction3. Promoting Student voice4. Designing Meaningful Learning Tasks5. Promoting Challenge With Success6. Building Positive Relationships Around LearningSection 3: Maintaining and Sustaining MotivationSection Introduction7. Sustaining Motivation Over Time8. The Social Context of Motivation9. Maintaining Self-MotivationAppendixGlossary of Key TermsReferencesIndex

• ISBN: 978-1-4129-8671-7
• Editorial: Corwin
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 240
• Fecha Publicación: 31/05/2014
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
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