types of motivation in education .ppt

types of motivation in education

1. +
Maslow’s Hierarchy
of Needs

2. +
Abraham
Maslow
Abraham Maslow
developed a theory
of personality that
has influenced a
number of different
fields, including
education.

3. +
Your
Needs?
As a teacher, list 3-4
things that you need (or
perceive to need) to be
successful.
As a learner, list 3-4
things that you need (or
perceive to need) to be
successful.

4. +
The
Premise of
Maslow’s
Theory
Maslow’s theory is
based on a set of
hierarchal needs.
Lower needs need to
be met before
higher needs can be
satisfied.

5. +
Basic
Needs?
Using the list of needs
that you generated as a
teacher and as a
learner, put them in
order from most basic
needs to most
complex. Is there any
you can do without?

6. +
The
Premise of
Maslow’s
Theory
“We each have a
hierarchy of needs that
ranges from "lower" to
"higher." As lower needs
are fulfilled there is a
tendency for other, higher
needs to emerge.”
--Daniels,
2004

7. +
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

8. +
Physiological Needs
 Physiological needs include the
following:
 Air
 Food
 Water
 Sleep
 Clothing
 Sex

9. +
Safety Needs
 Safety needs include the following:
 Stability
 Protection
 Security of body and property
 Security of employment
 Health
 Pain Avoidance
 Routine and order

10. + Love, Affection, and
Belonging Needs
 Love, affection, and belonging needs
include the following:
 Friendship
 Family
 Intimacy
 Affection
 Acceptance
 Inclusion

11. +
Esteem Needs
 Esteem needs include the following:
 Self-Respect
 Confidence
 Achievement
 Self-Esteem
 Respected by Others

12. +
Self-Actualization Needs
 Self-actualization needs include the
following:
Achievement of full potential
 Fulfillment
 Spontaneity
 Creativity
 Critical Thinking
 Morality

13. +
Maslow’s
Theory
in the
Classroom
Is it our responsibility
as educators to meet
these needs for our
students?
How do we go about
achieving these five
levels of needs in our
classroom?

14. +
Maslow’s
Theory
in the
Classroom
Implementation
Strategies…

15. +
Maslow’s Theory
in the Classroom
Need Classroom Implementation
Self-Actualization -provide challenges
-encourage problem solving and critical
thinking
-provide opportunities for ownership
Self-Esteem -provide positive feedback
-acknowledge and celebrate
Social Needs -build relationships with students
-build a sense of community in the classroom
-incorporate inclusive activities
Safety & Security -maintain a safe atmosphere
-create a comfortable and safe learning
environment
Physiological Needs-provide a comfortable classroom
environment (adequate room temperature,
pacing)

16. +
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

17. + Questions /
Comments?