Intrinsic motivation, the internal drive to engage in activities for their inherent satisfaction, is a fundamental aspect of effective learning. This concept, rooted in the principles of ...

Researchers from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine) and Duke University ...

Editor’s note: This article on learning and student motivation originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission. In 2020, my wife and I bought a used 2017 ...

When pediatrician Patricia Kapunan met with her seventh-grade patient, she asked her if she had discovered anything about herself last year, when she was learning remotely, that might help her learn ...

Adult learning in the United States continues to evolve as colleges, universities, and professional programs adapt to the needs of working professionals, returning learners, and career changers.

For decades, educators have wondered how to best recapture students’ traveling eyes or prevent their heads from slumping onto their desks. Student engagement is a perennial challenge in the classroom, ...

Language learning motivation encompasses the multifaceted drive that compels individuals to engage with a new language. It is shaped by both intrinsic interests—such as genuine curiosity and personal ...

Motivation theory has evolved over time as limitations of each new theory have become salient, and new theories are proposed to improve upon the old ones. Since each theory makes sense on its own, it ...

Remote classes reshape study habits, influencing mood and productivity for families worldwide. Teachers often spot changed energy levels when lessons shift from rooms with desks to glowing screens.

Have you ever asked yourself, "Can I really motivate my learners, or can I only create the right conditions to inspire motivation?" Let’s explore what motivation is and how we can enhance it. When ...