Intrinsic - selfworth- helping students set their future.
Extrinsic- students coming back letting me know how they are doing.
What intrinsically motivates me as an instructor to be effective in the classroom consists of the following: lecturing on a subject matter that I am passionate about, enjoy student teacher interaction, and I get excited when student's want to learn from me as a dental hygiene instructor.
What extrinsically motivates me as an instructor are the following: Getting positive feedbacks on my evaluations from the Dean, Program Director, and Clinical Coordinators. In addition, I get good feedbacks from my students as well, which motivates me even more to do well in my profession.
intrinsically i get satifaction from my students when they understand what i am teaching them and watching them apply it.
extrinsically i get to hear how easy i made it for them to understand.I get payed to do something i love to do.
Nydia, are there other ways students can demonstrate knowledge of a topic outside of their test scores? For some students they simply do not do well on tests yet know their stuff. Thanks for anything you can share.
James Jackson
the intrinsic factor for me is being able to communicate complex ideas into simple step by step comprehension....allowing the student security in the classroom
the extrinsic factor would be for me ,having the evidence of that comprehension with high test scores....i then feel i have accomplished my goals as an educator
William, well stated and you are the model that all instructors need to follow. With respect to the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators our focus here is to help students understand the differences. Many students are so focused on the Extrinsic in the form of salary and benefits they overlook the importance of finding something that they can do that will bring them happiness and fulfillment, the intrinsic. If you are truly happy in your job then the rewards will eventually follow. If you work just for the paycheck then you may find yourself looking for work more than you are actually working. When you can make a living at what you enjoy then it does not seem like work.
James Jackson
I have found for me the intrinsic motivators are the pleasure I receive helping people lean and recognize a larger potential in them than they could originally see. I did not join the ranks of the teaching pool to see an increase in my pay or basic external rewards. I joined for the internal value that I get from helping others learn not just the material in the course but understanding what life could have in store for them if they work hard and reach for goals that they thought were not achievable before.
I think that I do not see a difference for me in the intrinsic and extrinsic value in teaching students. I do think that the short lived value of a student coming back after graduating and working for a few years and saying thanks for what you helped them accomplish is a extrinsic motivator but those do not happen often and then the great feeling you have is short lived and if you are not internally motivated you can quickly become disillusioned.
Kenneth, well stated and you will go far with such an attitude. Teaching is not financially rewarding for the majority of instructors but the intrinsic rewards can be incredible. Thanks for all your hard work and efforts you perform daily for your students.
James Jackson
William, I agree 100% and I have never met an instructor that felt they received appropriate pay for the effort they provide. This is why teaching is more of a calling than a monetary reward. A true educator teaches because it fills a need within, very few do it for the pay. That being said, the best of the best always find their way to the top and for some the financial rewards can be rewarding so hang in there and continue being a difference maker for your students. Thanks for the awesome efforts you exert each and every day. : - )
James Jackson
Gail, what are some of the metrics you use to measure success? How do you know your students are successful? Greatly appreciate anything you can share and thanks for the great job you do with your students.
James Jackson
Jared, how are you able to look at the class from their perspective? Do you have discussions that provide you with such insight? Do you survey their responses to questions you create that provide you with critical feedback? Please share anything you can so we can better understand this process. Sounds very interesting and other instructors will be interested in how you accomplish this awesome task.
James Jackson
David, how do you differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators? Which ones do you feel are most powerful in influencing how you retain your excitement for being a teacher? Thanks for anything you can share.
James Jackson
seeing student progress and grow as they learn is a great motivater
I am Intrinsically motivated to be the best instructor I can be -
not by money - but by the passion of sharing and teaching, the students look up to me to give them what they will need after they get out of school
Intrinsically, I get joy from watching students learn new concepts and perspectives I present. I chose to teach rather than continue trading or attempt to sell financial services in order to pass on my insights gained from 30 + years in the institutional trading trenches. Actually doing that for 5 years now has improved my own self-esteem. Teaching economics to young people is quite difficult i have found! Figuring out ways to communicate has been very challenging. Feeling I have often accomplished it I find makes me feel good. Finding out in test results I have not communicated nearly as well as I thought provides further challenge. I have tried to apply your idea of emphasizing relevance not just to their gaining understanding but also the importance to their personal lives...this week.
Extrinsically, I am shocked at the poor pay adjuncts earn for the effort expended. Having an op ed opinion piece considered and partially published in a local newspaper has supplied a virtual epaulet I take pride in. Had I not developed my skill formulating arguments for my classroom I would not have attempted it. Being called Professor has its own reward as well!
My intrinsic motivation is that I truly enjoy teaching and want to provide my students with the best possible education. When my students are successful, I believe I am successful.
Extrinsic motivation would be my yearly performance review with the possibility of advancement and/or monetary compensation.
i simply look at my class from their perspective so that i can tie in how i like to learn and bridge the gap. I have found that this approach really helps my students retain information.
Garry, I agree and love group activities. What are some of the techniques you use to train your students how best to work in groups and how do you ensure each student is pulling their own weight? Thanks for anything you can share.
James Jackson
James, outstanding focus and thinking back to what inspired you and your path to success. Students today need more positive influences because they are dealing with more negative messages than ever before. Taking pride in your work is leadership by example and sends a great message to your own students. Thanks for all your efforts and keep up the great work.
James Jackson
Donna, obviously you are passionate about your profession and the success of your students. Such passion cannot be faked and students see through those that pretend to love what they do. Your students are fortunate to have such a positive leader. Keep up the great work.
James Jackson
