Motivation in the Classroom

 Welcome Back!  This week we're looking at learner motivation.  Chapter Six of How People Learn II posits there are several ways learners can be motivated.  Among them are Values, Goals, and Effects of choice.  All three ways can be achieved by using digital tools in creative learning environments.  This is an effective approach to achieving ISTE Standard 6.a.  Goal setting is one of the ways students are motivated.




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