Motivation
Motivation might just be what a student needs. I'm not saying a kick in the pants but maybe a small shove on the shoulder. Break the ice, get them out of their shell. You have also have to keep your own content / presentation motivated or you will loose your students. Motivation Motivation Motivation... Very important element to keep class upbeat and driving on. If you are not motivated as an instructor, how can you expect your students to stay motivated over a 2 week course.
Wayne,
Yes it does. Students really perk up when you give them an example or share a story about relevance and application of content. These stories increase the value of the course to the students.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I find if you use life experience to motivate asking the student what they would of done different involves them and makes it hit home a little more.
I agree. If students want to learn,they will. If they do not want to learn, it is tough to get them to.
DANIEL,
Good point about motivation. It is a fact that motivation and enthusiasm are catching. So the more enthusiasm we display the greater the motivation levels will be for our students. Share the excitement!
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
