Every teacher knows that it is not always easy to motivate students. This theme explores what is known about motivation, and – more importantly – how we as teachers can use this knowledge in our classrooms. In the good practice section, colleagues’ experiences with student motivation are shared. Should you have any further questions related to motivation or should you wish to share a good practice of your own, feel free to contact us.
In module 1 and 3 of this e-learning you learn how to be responsive to your students’ motivation: E-learning Basic Didactics (via Canvas)
Boost student engagement to improve retention, performance, and lifelong learning. Explore practical tips for behavioural, emotional, social, and cognitive engagement.
Encouraging student engagement is essential in higher education. It can transform simple actions like participating in class or enjoying a course into deep, meaningful commitment. Engagement could be the key to reducing student apathy and facilitating deeper learning. On the flip side, a lack of engagement can lead to negative outcomes for the student, their peers, and you as an educator. But what exactly is student engagement?