Motivation is Easy
When I offer suggestions to fellow instructors, my main point is be happy and love your material. Students will not motivate themselves so it is up to the instructor. I also recommend the text by Jenson titled Active Learning which offers activites that will engage learners with lesson content. The days of standing in front of a room and spewing information are gone.. students want it real, relevant, and exciting. Talking heads go home!
Hi Rosie,
What are some methods you use to make your course content real, relevant and exciting?
Gary
I absolutely agree! In the online classroom, "netiquette" is so important, and using emotion icons can really set the stage for the class.
Kathryn
Hi Kathryn,
Well said again. I am sure your students really enjoy your instructional approaches and how you try to engage them in the learning process.
Gary
