Beliefs Motivation Schools 
Edsurge
MAY 21, 2020
We are approaching the two month mark since schools shut their doors in response to COVID-19, and we are now entering a new phase in the learning process. When distance learning started it was a novelty for students; it was fun to sit at home and “go to school” without ever leaving the bed or getting out of their sweatpants.
Faculty Focus
MAY 4, 2023
Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. In other words, can we foster greater motivation? Positive academic mindsets motivate students to learn Mindset science has uncovered actionable insights into the academic behaviors of students. This work has value to me.
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eSchool News
JULY 15, 2022
They are distant during class, uninterested in engaging with the material, and their beliefs confirmed every time they get a question wrong – “I can’t do math.” How can teachers combat this belief? Picture this: a student enters your classroom, a negative attitude at the ready. Make math relevant.
Faculty Focus
MAY 4, 2023
Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. In other words, can we foster greater motivation? Positive academic mindsets motivate students to learn Mindset science has uncovered actionable insights into the academic behaviors of students. This work has value to me.
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 23, 2024
The psychology of motivation: Strategies for engaging students Motivation plays a role not only in people’s choice to get involved in their goals but also in their behavior, persistence, and, ultimately, success. What does motivation entail? Experts in psychology have comprehensively analyzed motivation.
eSchool News
JUNE 5, 2025
According to the CDC , 40 percent of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and 20 percent have seriously considered suicide. At the same time, schools are working to reverse learning losses stemming from the pandemic. What is your priority for the 2025-2026 school year?
eSchool News
DECEMBER 5, 2023
And that makes sense–as systemic as some issues facing our education system are, every school, class, and student is unique. Students can see and experience the relevance of what they are learning, which can have a profound impact on their motivation and comprehension. There’s an entire school of thought on this.
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