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Comparing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivators | Origin: ED112R

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Enhancing the Motivation of Adult Students --> Comparing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivators

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Autonomy – A Component of Motivation | Origin: ED112R

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Enhancing the Motivation of Adult Students --> Autonomy – A Component of Motivation

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Security – A Component of Motivation | Origin: ED112R

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Motivation in Theory and Practice | Origin: ED112R

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Enhancing the Motivation of Adult Students --> Motivation in Theory and Practice

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Adriana Toral

Es muy importante aplicar la Gamificación en el aula. Aprendí que varias actividades que ya utilizaba, como los cuestionarios con retroalimentación inmediata, el seguimiento del progreso, las insignias de logro y los desafíos colaborativos, son en realidad elementos de gamificación. Antes los consideraba simplemente estrategias de enseñanza y no componentes de la gamificación.

Responsible, Accountable, and Contributing Citizens | Origin: ED411

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Preparing Future Ready Graduates --> Responsible, Accountable, and Contributing Citizens

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Lifelong Learning and Growth Mindset | Origin: ED411

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Preparing Future Ready Graduates --> Lifelong Learning and Growth Mindset

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Effective Communication and Innovation | Origin: ED411

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Preparing Future Ready Graduates --> Effective Communication and Innovation

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Connecting and Collaborating | Origin: ED411

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Preparing Future Ready Graduates --> Connecting and Collaborating

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Foundations of Graduate Success | Origin: ED411

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Preparing Future Ready Graduates --> Foundations of Graduate Success

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retaking test

the guidelines advised that to retake the final exam is available once... I am trying to retake, but to no avail, please advise how to retake. i seem to be logged out of retaking ...( one question got rotated by pressing the down button.

Do you learn by teaching others?

Most adult learner are considered kinesthetic and therefore learn by using their hands or building. There are three types of learners: auditory, visual and kinesthetic and I agree with the statement of learning by teaching others. As I am going through the process of teaching I am in turn reviewing the steps in my head as I am presenting to students. This type of learning is more than rote memorization but learning by application of skills.

Intrinsic & Extrinsic Motivation

From this module, I learned the difference between intrinsic motivation (finding meaning and enjoyment in learning) and extrinsic motivation (working for rewards or outcomes). I plan to apply this by helping students change their perception of the course—showing that everything we do is meaningful and that the true rewards come from within, such as confidence, knowledge, and personal growth, while still using clear expectations and incentives to keep them motivated.

Gamification

Gamification improves clinical Skills & Safety. It helps with critical thinking, clinical reasoning and clinical judgment, too.

Motivating Others

Show students the immediate relevance of material being taught.

Draw on their past experiences.

Effective Communication

Effective communication is more than just the exchange/sharing of words. It includes one's attitude and tone. The later ones are most important. Otherwise, we only see lips moving....

Ms. M.

Factors impacting academics

Glad to see we now consider social determinants and its impact on students' HEI trajectory.

Ms. M.

Security & Autonomy

I learned that people do best when they feel both safe and able to make their own choices. Security gives protection and structure, while Autonomy allows independence. When these two are balanced, individuals feel supported and confident to act on their own.

Enhancing Student Retention

From this module, I learned that students come to the classroom with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and personal circumstances that influence how they learn. Factors such as age diversity, cultural differences, disabilities, fear of failure, personal responsibilities, and support systems can all affect student engagement and success. Understanding these characteristics helps instructors recognize that learning challenges are not always related to ability, but often to external factors that students may be facing.

I intend to apply what I learned by being more attentive to the individual needs of my students and creating a supportive learning environment where they feel respected and encouraged to participate. By showing patience, offering guidance, and being aware of the diverse challenges students may face, I can better support their learning and help improve retention and overall success in the course.