Is it better to dissuade the bad or encourage the good?
This question is at the center of James’ concept of
will. Free will is something all people
possess, according to James. It is the
most relevant when looking at motivating students to learn. Essentially, there are two methods most often
used. First, students are made to fear
the consequences of not learning. I have
observed this in my grandson Marino who is playing football only because his
father is devoted to coaching, watching, and absorbing everything about the
game, and Marino is fearful of losing his father’s attention and regard if he doesn't enthusiastically embrace football.
A better solution to Marino’s sports career would be to observe the
sports that most fully engage him, and encouraging him to pursue those sports,
addressing the various merits and joys he would discover on his own.
The second motivational method is directly related to Marino’s
selecting his own sports interest. With
this method, teachers introduce a topic by demonstrating how it may help the
student grow, make them a more well-rounded person, or give them a sense of
pride that they have mastery in a new area.
By introducing and inviting them to learn, the teacher has allowed for
students to find their own rewards and motivation to continue learning.
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