Learning Point 3 From the previous exercise students might realise that there are some areas in which they might not necessarily be as motivated as they could be. Here are 5 simple tips that might help students increase their motivation.
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What's in it for me? Students ask themselves how they can benefit from putting in the extra effort. If they cannot understand what it has to do with them then it will become a struggle for them. So simply encourage them to reflect on
Introduce a challenge
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what’s in it for them.
If students find something too easy then they can get bored very easily and give up. Giving them small challenges can be a great motivator
as they can feel a sense of accomplishment when they overcome the
challenge. Be careful not to overdo it though, if something becomes too
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difficult it can equally become a de-motivator.
Take control
Students can feel more motivated when they feel like they have more
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control over what is going to happen. The key is to focus on what they can do in a situation, not what others can do.
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Focus on the journey
And not on the outcome. Remember their action steps? Well focus on these, acknowledge achieving each one. This makes the goal feel more achievable and closer to attain, not something way out in the distance. You are giving students a sense of accomplishment along the way.
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Make it fun No matter what age students are they can always have fun. If you can introduce an element of fun or enjoyment into what they are doing, this will greatly add to their motivation.
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