Only the curious will learn and only the resolute overcome the obstacles to learning.
Motivation is a driving force that impels one to react. It is described as an inner urge that moves a person. It makes the learner get interested in learning and keeps the learner engaged in learning.
As used in teaching, it refers to the teachers’ and the students’ rationale or purpose, which originates from the self to undertake a learning activity. Teachers who are motivated to learn are observed to be fired with genuine enthusiasm and are full of energy as they face their students. Students who are motivated to learn are observed to be wide-eyed and are eager to be involved in any learning activity.
Intrinsic motivation originates from the students’ inner selves or from factors inherent in the task being performed. It is called internal motivation.
Extrinsic motivation originates from the students’ learning environment or from factors external to the students and unrelated to the task at hand. It is called external motivation.
Knowing the abilities and interests of their students, teachers find it easier to raise their level of motivation. Motivational strategies have something to do with teaching interactive teaching strategies and teacher’s pleasing personality.
Employ a variety of teaching strategies. If one technique does not keep them awake, try another. Change to one, which will require more movement and participation of every member.
From experience, teachers could vividly remember the kind of motivation that would work for every group of students. Lessons that will require manipulation of tools and operation of equipment will keep everyone moving to get a chance at the wheel.
Some teaching strategies that have motivating power like role playing, simulation, drama presentation, film showing, television broadcasts learning devices will keep them highly attentive and concentrated.
Finally, teachers who are enthusiastic, energetic, and ‘’happily-charged’’ are likely to be joined by equally energized and joyful students throughout the year.
By: Rose Angel Pacheco | T-I | Limay National High School
