How do you motivate students intrinsically?

Motivating students to engage in meaningful learning activities is often difficult, especially during the pandemic, when classes lack the connection that in-person learning offers. Many educators employ a carrot and stick approach that rewards students for good behavior. But this form of extrinsic motivation only works to get students to complete simple tasks. For students to actively participate and grow, educators must focus on intrinsic motivation.

So what exactly does intrinsic motivation look like in education?

One important area is in EdTech. When choosing EdTech tools, educators should opt for ones that motivate students intrinsically. According to Shveta Miller, a literary specialist and instructional coach, educators should ask questions such as:

• Do students set their own goals?
• Who guides them to set ones that are measurable and achievable?
• Do they get to customize features such as status updates and notifications?
• Is a reward system the primary factor that motivates students to learn, or is it the stimulating and relevant content the student is engaging with?

We think our digital planning platform Viinko is an excellent tool for intrinsically motivating students. With several customizable assignment and scheduling features, students have autonomy in planning their schoolwork. Teachers can provide students with direct feedback, which helps students to strive for mastery in organization. Moreover, reflection questions about student preparedness and the relevance of an assignment give students purpose. They can view their academic work as a bigger part of their learning journey and personal development.

What tools and techniques do you use to motivate students intrinsically?

Submitted August 16, 2021 at 12:02PM by viinko-org https://ift.tt/3APITqi