Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2023

Every teacher knows it’s essential, and every teacher tries to motivate students. But it’s just as true that all teachers have experienced those days when they don’t feel particularly motivated, when the content seems old and tired, and when students (sometimes the whole class) are clearly anything but motivated by what’s happening in class.

Motivation 116

Motivation Beliefs Students Assignments 116

Faculty Focus

JUNE 30, 2024

Recently I had reason to revisit Paul Pintrich’s meta-analysis on motivating students. It’s still the piece I most often see referenced when it comes to what’s known about student motivation. Adaptive self-efficacy and competence perceptions motivate students. Adaptive attributions and control beliefs motivate students.

Motivation 108

Motivation Beliefs Exams Students 108

Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Over the years, I have taken what teachers have requested and sent a ton of feedback to companies. But I was curious: What do the companies do with that feedback? Edtech developers take feedback from schools seriously. Feedback from schools can lead directly to major improvements in the tool—or even an entirely new product.

Feedback 141

Feedback Beliefs Schools Motivation 141

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2019

The foundational belief that intelligence is malleable and that each child’s “true potential is unknown and unknowable.” It is a strength-based model that focuses on the effort, goal setting and feedback that propels our students forward. Dweck, 2006). We began this work by starting with the adults.

Beliefs 279

Beliefs Ethics Achievement Culture 279

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

From kindergarten through college, teachers know that writers need guided practice, substantive feedback, and opportunities for deep revision. From kindergarten through college, teachers know that writers need guided practice, substantive feedback, and opportunities for deep revision.

Feedback 131

Feedback Peer Review Beliefs Writing 131

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2023

Every teacher knows it’s essential, and every teacher tries to motivate students. But it’s just as true that all teachers have experienced those days when they don’t feel particularly motivated, when the content seems old and tired, and when students (sometimes the whole class) are clearly anything but motivated by what’s happening in class.

Motivation 98

Motivation Beliefs Students Assignments 98

eSchool News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

I’ve learned leadership is about using the privilege of our position to build collaborative teams of talented and motivated individuals who can help us stay ahead of any problems and drive innovation that brings impactful change.

STEM 290

STEM Beliefs Elementary School Elementary School 290

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2024

My motivation was simple: I wanted to help the class build confidence in teaching STEAM concepts. We would conclude each class with an observation/ feedback session, allowing the pre-service teachers to share their experiences and learn from each other.

Teaching 275

Teaching Teachers STEM Syllabus 275

eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

al (2019), Integrative teaching benefits middle-level learners as it potentially increases student engagement, motivation, and achievement. Provide ongoing feedback: Providing constructive feedback is essential for helping students identify their strengths and areas for improvements. According to Moser et.

Interdisciplinary 232

Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Peer Review Discussions 232

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Berry and Heick both offer continua of student investment in learning from outright rebellion to the compliant student “doing school” to the fully invested student with agency over their learning and intrinsic motivation to pursue growth. Missing just one of these variables can have a profound impact on engagement.

Student Engagement 218

Student Engagement Learning Students Middle School 218

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Over the summer, academics debated the impact of growth mindset, the belief that one’s intelligence can be developed with hard work and effort, and whether it can move the needle on academic performance. Students see evidence that their hard work is paying off and buy into the growth-oriented belief system.

Beliefs 161

Beliefs Failure Feedback Math 161

eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2016

This belief is a myth. However, John was especially motivated to graduate so that he could get a well-paying job and be able to live on his own. To fix this problem, I used the “sandwich approach” in the feedback I gave him. This feedback was usually something simple like, “I love your idea here!”. The path to success.

Teaching 189

Teaching Writing Reading Feedback 189

Edsurge

JANUARY 30, 2020

As more colleges face the reality of a declining traditional student population, there’s a common belief that adult students are where the growth is. But the reality is more complicated. But one particularly promising solution to engaging adult learners and increasing degree attainment is to more intentionally integrate learning and work.

Learning 214

Learning Beliefs Feedback Study 214

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

There’s strong motivation to construct the philosophy statement that anticipates what the reviewers want to read, as opposed to one that reflects actual belief. Every teacher should have mindfully considered the beliefs and values that are at the heart of what they do. What kind of policy supports that belief?

Teaching Philosophy 122

Teaching Philosophy Teaching Beliefs Learning 122

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2024

Developing the whole student Maslow’s hierarchy of needs (1943) has long been instrumental in shaping educators’ beliefs about human behavior, motivation, and learning. Based on student feedback, make necessary adjustments and/or remind students of the shared agreements (Lovett, et al., food, water, warmth, rest, and security).

Syllabus 132

Syllabus Exams Students Motivation 132

Edsurge

JANUARY 17, 2023

But in the end, the results almost beggared belief, according to those at the college. Instead, LS 30 focused on modeling that’s grounded in biological examples—like understanding the feedback dynamics of shark-tuna populations.

Math 206

Math Science Teaching STEM 206

Edsurge

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The limited but growing body of research on experiential learning suggests it can deliver superior educational outcomes by facilitating practice and feedback, increasing student motivation and helping students achieve higher rates of employment and wages.

Education 208

Education Learning Culture STEM 208

Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Motivated teachers learn to overcome at least some of these limitations and strive to build direct connection and engagement with their students. I used to have the belief that I have very little to do with the success of my online students. The empathy shown by [our instructor] drove me to wanting to get it done.

Technology 160

Technology Lecturing Instructors Beliefs 160

Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2017

This focus on individual students requires a high level of student autonomy and intrinsic motivation—which makes growth mindset a natural complement to personalized learning. It’s about trying different strategies, seeking out and making use of feedback, asking for help, and analyzing the reasons behind successes and failures.

Failure 141

Failure Learning Achievement Essay 141

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

There’s strong motivation to construct the philosophy statement that anticipates what the reviewers want to read, as opposed to one that reflects actual belief. Every teacher should have mindfully considered the beliefs and values that are at the heart of what they do. What kind of policy supports that belief?

Teaching Philosophy 98

Teaching Philosophy Teaching Beliefs Learning 98

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

As the years pass, beliefs about potential accomplishments settle in and become difficult to change—case in point, my husband. Plenty of research documents their belief that ability determines what a person can do. The idea that some students are better can motivate other students to work harder. In lots of ways, I think.

Skills 83

Skills Beliefs Motivation Feedback 83

Faculty Focus

APRIL 25, 2023

Certain emotional states invited motivational sustained effort, while others led to relinquishment of effort. Dweck found that feedback, even that of a positive nature, did not necessarily encourage sustained effort through obstacles. Feedback that praised inherent ability, for example, “Good work!

Teaching 116

Teaching Failure Instructors Motivation 116

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2024

Developing the whole student Maslow’s hierarchy of needs (1943) has long been instrumental in shaping educators’ beliefs about human behavior, motivation, and learning. Based on student feedback, make necessary adjustments and/or remind students of the shared agreements (Lovett, et al., food, water, warmth, rest, and security).

Syllabus 100

Syllabus Exams Students Motivation 100

Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2019

In addition to learning content, Richard said that students learn productive beliefs about themselves. That’s going to be motivating to see themselves as competent learners.” Learning by teaching can help improve student efficacy, confidence and communication skills.

Teaching 168

Teaching Learning Students Assignments 168

Faculty Focus

APRIL 6, 2023

Yes, ChatGPT could write it and it might look a little like this: My philosophy of teaching is centered on the belief that all students have the potential to learn and succeed. The more opportunities students have to apply their knowledge the more motivation will exist. Reflection : Utilize a reflective framework.

Teaching Philosophy 111

Teaching Philosophy Teaching Beliefs Universal Design 111

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

By establishing specific academic targets, students can maintain focus and motivation in their courses and throughout their college journey. By setting realistic goals and celebrating small victories, students can maintain motivation and avoid unnecessary stress. List of ingredients 1.Clear

Failure 98

Failure Students Lecturing Feedback 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

By establishing specific academic targets, students can maintain focus and motivation in their courses and throughout their college journey. By setting realistic goals and celebrating small victories, students can maintain motivation and avoid unnecessary stress. List of ingredients 1.Clear

Failure 97

Failure Students Lecturing Feedback 97

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Course and module evaluation feedback forms can be very effective in eliciting student views in regards to learning guidance, provision of resources, clarity of assessment requirements, and relevance to programs. This process can boost self-efficacy by reflecting on mastery experiences and offering positive feedback.

Evaluation 110

Evaluation Beliefs Students Counselling 110

Faculty Focus

APRIL 25, 2023

Certain emotional states invited motivational sustained effort, while others led to relinquishment of effort. Dweck found that feedback, even that of a positive nature, did not necessarily encourage sustained effort through obstacles. Feedback that praised inherent ability, for example, “Good work!

Teaching 98

Teaching Failure Instructors Motivation 98

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

They can keep a record of it in the form of logs or minutes that the educator checks and provides feedback on. Presenting the findings to a real audience motivates students to understand their work process so that they are ready to respond to audience questions. They can do this through interviews, observations, and focus groups.

Authentic Assessment 133

Authentic Assessment Counselling Learning Outcomes Faculty Development 133

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Course and module evaluation feedback forms can be very effective in eliciting student views in regards to learning guidance, provision of resources, clarity of assessment requirements, and relevance to programs. This process can boost self-efficacy by reflecting on mastery experiences and offering positive feedback.

Evaluation 105

Evaluation Beliefs Students Counselling 105

Faculty Focus

APRIL 6, 2023

Yes, ChatGPT could write it and it might look a little like this: My philosophy of teaching is centered on the belief that all students have the potential to learn and succeed. The more opportunities students have to apply their knowledge the more motivation will exist. Reflection : Utilize a reflective framework.

Teaching Philosophy 98

Teaching Philosophy Teaching Beliefs Universal Design 98

Edsurge

JULY 12, 2017

Tesoriero has developed this belief over the past 10 years in the classroom—and she attributes much of it to her involvement with the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI). “We This may not fit the traditional instructional model but NYSCI isn’t building a game to fit into schools, they’re building a game to develop motivation through engagement.

Science 141

Science Learning Schools Gamification 141

Teachers Pay Teachers

APRIL 18, 2025

Seek Constructive Feedback: I will ask my teachers for feedback on at least one assignment each month. This skill is essential for setting attainable goals because they are subjective and personal, so strong goal-setting hinges on students understanding of their beliefs, values, and strengths.

High School 81

High School High School Teaching Counselling 81

Edsurge

APRIL 10, 2017

It also sparked his belief that textbooks could evolve from something static into more fluid resources that adapt to students’ readiness levels. Students get to practice problem-solving and teachers and parents get detailed feedback on where the class is succeeding or struggling. Kintali’s answer to the evolution of the textbook is.

Textbooks 104

Textbooks Intelligence Math Beliefs 104

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

For some, this may be a struggle to embrace due lack of access or belief that paper is better. The COVID effect has impacted students’ communication, critical thinking, and motivation. Leaders in education now have the opportunity to leverage GenAI to accelerate the transformation of data into feedback for students across subjects.

Schools 335

Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 335

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 25, 2024

their assignments and course feedback), leverage observations of learners, and interview students (Snyder and Wolfe 2008). Knowing change is possible: The reflection tool imbued learners with the motivation to update their practices. To understand each class’s strengths, needs and values, we can analyze documents (e.g.,

Learning 122

Learning Instructors Coaching Knowledge 122