Motivation powerpoint

1. Motivation How to get it back into your classroom Presented by Ryan Brux English Language Fellow BNC – El Cultural, Tarapoto , Peru

2. Motivated? Anyone? Anyone? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhiCFdWeQfA

3. Derived from the Latin “ movere ” meaning “to move” Motivation is a learned skill The most intelligent students can be outperformed by less bright students with higher motivation If a student is motivated enough he/she can accomplish any learning of any scale

4. Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

5. Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

6. The goal is for our students to be intrinsically motivated !! Think About it…

7. Different Motivational Theories Psychoanalytical (Freud) Social Development Theory ( Vygotsky ) Hierarchy of Human Needs (Maslow) Psychosocial Theory of Development (Erikson) Affective Filter ( Krashen )

8. Freud – Psychoanalytical Theory Make your classroom environment as inviting and comfortable as possible for students. 

9. Lev Vygotsky Social Development Theory Activities should be neither too easy nor too hard. Social Interaction is important!

10. Abraham Maslow – Hierarchy of Human Needs If basic needs are not being met, it’s difficult to be motivated to learn.

11. Erik Erikson Psychosocial Theory of Human Development Communicate that you respect and value all cultures, and emphasize the contributions that cultural differences make to learning.

12. Stephen Krashen The Affective Filter Theory By lowering the Affective Filter, you will decrease anxiety…motivation ithe result Reduce the Anxiety Increase Motivation

13. How to Lower the Affective Filter in the Classroom Provide both oral and written instructions when possible. Provide activities that are interesting and intriguing . Provide materials that relate to the students' real lives . Allow for jokes and relaxed conversation at certain times Refrain from orally correcting students . Don’t expect perfection! http://suite101.com/article/understanding-stephen-krashens-affective-filter-hypothesis-a366178

14. Special Tips for Motivating:

15. Motivating Young Learners Keep yourself motivated Encourage Play games Get Your Hands Dirty Get Moving!!! Vary the Pace http://www.eslbase.com/articles/motivating-children

16. Motivating Teens Reference pop culture Have friendly competition Play songs Use video Integrate technology Play games Use real life objects http://busyteacher.org/3644-how-to-motivate-esl-students.html

17. Motivating Adults Survival Job Enhancement Education Social Interaction If the class fails to satisfy the needs, goals and interests that have motivated them to come, they will simply stop coming! Why Are Adults Motivated to Learn English?

18. Motivating Large Classes Keep Yourself Motivated Get to Know Your Students’ Names Break into smaller groups Get Them Moving Routine is important! http://www.english-4kids.com/articles/motivatingclassarticle.html

19. It’s all about the Energy! Teach your classes in a dynamic , enthusiastic and energetic way. Students can be engaged simply by the energy and dedication shown by their teachers. Gestures, facial expressions, emotions, actions Model desired action or have other students model the action (the dialogues, stories, etc.) Employ Total Physical Response ( TPR) techniques. Use these techniques in a pair work or group work

20. Consider a Project

21. Why do projects? Projects: Allow students to have a ‘voice’ in learning Allow students to make real-world connections Allow students freedom to complete task Allow students to work cooperatively In Sum: Projects Increase Intrinsic Motivation http://pblchecklist.4teachers.org/more.shtml

22. So…What could this teacher have done differently?

23. What Motivates You: The Teacher What is Your Vision? What are your Goals? Do you have Support? Learn from your mistakes. http://busyteacher.org/5731-what-motivates-esl-teachers-motivation-ideas.html

24. Questions? Comments? Ryan Brux English Language Fellow BNC – El Cultural [email protected]