Increasing Student Motivation: Strategies for Middle and High School Teachers
Editat de Margaret A. Theobalden Limba Engleză Electronic book text – 10 oct 2013
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781452215211
ISBN-10: 1452215219
Pagini: 160
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 mm
Ediția:1
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Corwin
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States
ISBN-10: 1452215219
Pagini: 160
Dimensiuni: 178 x 254 mm
Ediția:1
Editura: SAGE Publications
Colecția Corwin
Locul publicării:Thousand Oaks, United States
Recenzii
"This
book
is
a
wonderful
resource
for
both
beginning
and
experienced
teachers!"
"In our current era of test savvy students, we all need multiple ways to confront the increase in motivation required to have all students achieve their highest levels. Dr. Theobald has provided an important and readable resource for beginning and experienced teachers."
"A valuable resource for teachers, principals and counselors. This book has a wealth of approaches to assist students to become involved in their own learning, resulting in greater accomplishments for them in the classroom."
"An inspirational compendium of ideas, highly recommended for public and private educators alike."
"In our current era of test savvy students, we all need multiple ways to confront the increase in motivation required to have all students achieve their highest levels. Dr. Theobald has provided an important and readable resource for beginning and experienced teachers."
"A valuable resource for teachers, principals and counselors. This book has a wealth of approaches to assist students to become involved in their own learning, resulting in greater accomplishments for them in the classroom."
"An inspirational compendium of ideas, highly recommended for public and private educators alike."
Cuprins
Foreword
by
John
A.
Pohl
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
1. Motivation Is a Mindset
Each Student Learns
Mistakes Aid Learning
Positive Feedback Is Necessary
Self-Concept Affects the Mindset
Summary
2. Motivation Is Influenced Through Observation
Project Intensity and Enthusiasm
Model Self-Confidence
Summary
3. Motivation Is Affected by Timing
Timing of Needs Varies
Needs Drive Objectives
Summary
4. Motivation Is Independence
Teach Goal Setting
Encourage Performance Appraisal
Provide for Self-Reinforcement
Role-Play With Optional Actions
Summary
5. Motivation Is Reflected in Victory
Process Leads to Success
Success Comes From Finished Products
Summary
6. Motivation Involves Action
Opportunities for Active Learning
Situations for Hands-on Activities
Summary
7. Motivation Is Increased Through Transfer
Relate New to Old Learning
Adapt Tasks to Student Interests
Clarify the Abstract
Summary
8. Motivation Is Inherent to Individuality
Recognize Weaknesses and Strengths
Relate Cognitive Experiences to Abilities
Demonstrate Talents and Skills
Express One’s Differences From Others
Summary
9. Motivation Is Rooted in Ownership
Teach Responsibility
Involve Students in Decisions
Summary
10. Motivation Is Natural
Challenge Students
Encourage Student Expression
Acknowledge Student Views
Summary
Resource A: Strategies and Learning Styles
Resource B: Bloom’s Taxonomy, Cognitive
Resource C: Positive Word List
Resource D: Example, Student Goals
Resource E: Example, Student Lesson Plan
References
Index
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
1. Motivation Is a Mindset
Each Student Learns
Mistakes Aid Learning
Positive Feedback Is Necessary
Self-Concept Affects the Mindset
Summary
2. Motivation Is Influenced Through Observation
Project Intensity and Enthusiasm
Model Self-Confidence
Summary
3. Motivation Is Affected by Timing
Timing of Needs Varies
Needs Drive Objectives
Summary
4. Motivation Is Independence
Teach Goal Setting
Encourage Performance Appraisal
Provide for Self-Reinforcement
Role-Play With Optional Actions
Summary
5. Motivation Is Reflected in Victory
Process Leads to Success
Success Comes From Finished Products
Summary
6. Motivation Involves Action
Opportunities for Active Learning
Situations for Hands-on Activities
Summary
7. Motivation Is Increased Through Transfer
Relate New to Old Learning
Adapt Tasks to Student Interests
Clarify the Abstract
Summary
8. Motivation Is Inherent to Individuality
Recognize Weaknesses and Strengths
Relate Cognitive Experiences to Abilities
Demonstrate Talents and Skills
Express One’s Differences From Others
Summary
9. Motivation Is Rooted in Ownership
Teach Responsibility
Involve Students in Decisions
Summary
10. Motivation Is Natural
Challenge Students
Encourage Student Expression
Acknowledge Student Views
Summary
Resource A: Strategies and Learning Styles
Resource B: Bloom’s Taxonomy, Cognitive
Resource C: Positive Word List
Resource D: Example, Student Goals
Resource E: Example, Student Lesson Plan
References
Index
Descriere
This
unique
resource
provides
a
wealth
of
theories
and
strategies
for
teachers
to
help
spark
students'
motivations
to
learn
and
succeed
beyond
their
formal
schooling
years.