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This book has 5 sections that are the different theoretical foundations for 18 different keys to student motivation. At the beginning of each section, the theory is explained briefly. It is important that the readers understand the reason why a key or strategy works. In this understanding, a teacher can modify and accommodate them to their needs.
List of contents
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1: First Key-Arouse an Eager Want
Part One: Is It Worth It?
Chapter 2: Second Key-Show the Value and Importance of the Lesson, Topic, or Task
Chapter 3: Third Key-Show the Correlation between Effort and Outcome
Chapter 4: Fourth Key-Remind Students that They Have or Will Have the Ability to Achieve
Chapter 5: Fifth Key-Remind Students of the Positive Reward
Part Two: I Can Do It!
Chapter 6: Sixth Key-Have High Expectations of Success
Chapter 7: Seventh Key-Create Situations in which Students can Gain Success/Mastery
Chapter 8: Eighth Key-Model Successful Achievement
Chapter 9: Ninth Key-Reduce Stress
Part Three: Am I Good Enough?
Chapter 10: Tenth Key-Provide Recognition and/or Praise
Chapter 11: Eleventh Key-Give Constructive Feedback
Part Four: Goal!
Chapter 12: Twelfth Key-Promote Goal Setting
Chapter 13: Thirteenth Key-Teach Goal Setting
Part Five: I Love My Job!
Chapter 14: Fourteenth Key-Emphasize Effort
Chapter 15: Fifteenth Key-Create Hope
Chapter 16: Sixteenth Key-Show Respect
Chapter 17: Seventeenth Key-Demonstrate Care
Chapter 18: Eighteenth Key-Love What You Do
Appendix A: 18 Keys to Student Motivation Reflection
Appendix B: Quick Reference Guide of Strategies that Specifically Address Categories of Behavior and Elements of Motivation
Appendix C: Self-Assessment for Utilizing the Strategies to Redirecting Students' Motivation
About the Author
About the author
By Kjell Fenn
