I am intrinsically motivated because I have a deep commitment to training new Chefs and helping people change their lives. I was mentored by wonderful Chefs who taught me so much and were so patient but also tough and this changed my path in life in a very positive way. I want to do the same for others.
I am extrnsically motivated by being held in high regard by my students who give me high scores on surveys and who are big fans of me! Also it is nice to get rewards and certificates for excellent performance from the Administration!
Don, great post and good to see you understand the importance of getting to know your students as individuals. More work up front but much better results towards the end of your time with them. Thanks for sharing.
James Jackson
Intrinsicly I get my energy and satisfaction from helping others. In the classroom I want to be the best coach, mentor and facilitator I can be so that others can acheive the objectives we set out. Being the best "technically" is entrance to the role of inststructor but does not translate into an effective instructor. To that end I work hard at understanding each student, what motivates them and how I can tap into that motivation to bridge the knowledge/skill transfer. Extrinsically watching students succeed fill me with a sense of pride and purpose and conversly watching students struggle and fail leave me frustrated and determined to understand why.
Kristina, excellent post and you have the right attitude that is needed by the best of the best instructors. We have all heard that learning is lifelong and we as instructors need to lead our students by example. We do this by remaining on the cutting edge of our subject matter, an understanding of the different learning theories and utilizing different teaching methodologies and recording our results so we know what to continue to use and what to remove from our delivery methods.
James Jackson
Thomas, if there were no boss or you were the boss, what would motivate you to excel as an instructor? Thanks for anything you can share.
James Jackson
Phil, students notice when an instructor is passionate about their subject matter or just going through the motions. Teaching with passion can be contiguous in getting your students excited about the course materials as well. Thanks for sharing.
James Jackson
My intrinsic motivation to be effective in the classroom stems from my work ethic that I have always had. I like to do the best possible job at all times no matter what. I am someone who continually will challenge myself to do better without having to be told. I am always looking for more ways to engage my class and more effective ways to deliver the material.
My extrinsic motivation comes from hearing that I have done a good job from my boss. Sometimes she will buy us coffee, a little poresent, or simply just say great job. It also comes from my students, hearing them discuss something that I have taught them is so rewarding, also when they thank me for the information that I have given them it is also a great reward.
Those two motivational factors make me love my job everyday, and they also make me feel like I am making a difference in someones life!
I love seeing my students do well and enjoy there time while in my class. They give me possitive feedback and the boss wants that.
I love my subject. I love to see the 'I get it!' moment in my students. I love when my students look to me as a co-worker in their journey toward a career. I love that they feel motivated to revisit me and share their employment opportunities after they have left my course. These are the intrinsic motivators. Extrinsic motivation comes from their possitive assessments of me and the class content at the end of each term.
I agree with several of the posts.
I grew up hearing "you will have the satisfaction of knowing you did a good job" from my mother and grandmother and it sort of stuck with me. I get real joy from the feeling I have done the work, taken the time or gone that extra mile. But I also extrinsically like to hear the feedback. I also strive for recognition in my field and opportunities as well as reward and compensation for my hard work.Intrinsically I am very curious and love that there is so much to learn and share and know in my field-I never get board!
Intrinsic motivation-I want my students to learn the basics of taking care of their clients in both the hospital and long term care facilities, but mostly I want them to feel the pride and satisfaction of being the best nurse they can be no matter where they work.
Extrinsic motivation- when my formner students come back and say thet have passed the state boards and are working in the professeion they have chosen
Lisa, how do you measure the growth in your students? Is this more as an observation or do you use any specific instruments or resources? I have instructors ask me these questions often and am happy to share any suggestions you can provide.
James Jackson
Chris, great job relating the class materials to the career fields of students. Some students do not understand how all classes related to their career but by making this relationship very obvious you can truly motivate some students to take a stronger interest in your class.
James Jackson
Seeing growth in the confidence levels of my students is what that most intrinsically motivates me to be effective in the classroom and what most extrinsically motivates me to be an excellent instructor are the letters of thanks that I get from my students.
Sally, passion shows and also a lack of passion shows. Students are very aware of those instructors that are just earning a paycheck and those that have true passion for their subject and for their success. Thanks for all that you do and for showing that passion is what is needed to be successful in any career, this is what your students take away from your classroom. Well done.
James Jackson
Intrinsic: When I am teaching a class and I see students enjoying my class, learning from it and not dreading to come to class, that intrinsically motivates me. And when I do have some unmotivated student's I try to extrinsically motivate them by showing them how the subject directly relates to their field and will help better them for the job they are interested in obtaining.
Extrinsically: I am extrinsically motivated by seeing my students succeed, hearing them talk about how great of a job I did in class, and seeing them get excited that I am teaching there class that week!
One of the things that intrinsically motivates me is my desire to be able to share my passion for my subject matter with my students. And if I can see that light in their eyes as they "get" the topic, or how to use that topic to be a better professional, that's an intrinsic motivator for me.
Extrinsic, I want to be seen by others as an expert in my field and there's nothing better than to be asked by my peers for assistance in learning how to teach as I do!
ALYSON, can you provide some specific examples of how you are intrinsically and extrinsically motivated. I understand you stated you are both but some specific examples would assist in building upon the purpose of the discussion.
James Jackson
i am both i am motivated because i want to see my students reach their full potential
Jennifer, when you have passion and it shines through in your lesson plans you lead by example and your students cannot help but to be motivated.
James Jackson
