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Explore intriguing riddles and delve into additional motivation theories such as Self-Determination Theory, Expectancy x Value Theory, and Humanistic Theory. Learn how these theories apply to the classroom and discover practical tools for enhancing motivation.
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I can fly but have no wings. I can cry but I have no eyes. Wherever I go, darkness follows me. What am I?
Additional Motivation Theories What is one thing you recall from last class on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation? Learning Objectives: Identify and apply: Self-Determination Theory, Expectancy x Value Theory, Humanistic Theory
Additional Motivation Theories Why learn all these different theories of motivation?????
Some additional tools for your toolbox…. Self-Determination Theory Expectancy X Value Theory Humanistic View of Motivation
Self-determination theory: Process of deciding how to act on one’s environment (Ryan & Deci, 2000) Competence Ability to function effectively in the environment Feedback (“Your problem-solving skills are improving. Good work!”) Independence and ability to alter the environment Teacher asks for student input on rules, encourages students to set & monitor goals Autonomy Teacher spends time with her students before & after school, helping them w/ homework, etc The feeling of being connected to others in one’s environment Relatedness
Motivation: Humanistic views Applying humanistic views of motivation to the classroom: • Treat students as people first and learners second. • Provide students with unconditional positive regard by separating their behaviors from their intrinsic worth. • Create safe and orderly classrooms where students believe they can learn, and they are expected to do so.