The fact that students motivation is strengthened with "ownership" and a deep connection to what they are learning through real world experiences resonated with me the most. The culinary program I work in does this by having students showcase work that they have chosen in our restaurant each week. Most students do take ownership of the assignments, show excitement, and learn a great deal from the experience.
Connection to the school outside of the classroom is important.
When teaching I need to reinforce the relationship between general education and how students can take responsibility for applying these skills in their jobs. their own learning
This section has taught me that students need to learn more than just the course content. They need to also acquire real world skills that empower them to become successful professionals. This can be done by including elements in the coursework (assignments, tests, quizzes) that force the students to contemplate themselves and develop critical thinking, accountability, and self-discipline.
Student's retention is enhanced when they are required to own the process.
Creating the platform for students to be engaged and take ownership in the learning process will go a long way in preparing them for the future.
Comment on David To's post: Empowering students to assume responsibility enhances their engagement in the learning process, leading to increased success rates.
Highlighting the importance of students assuming responsibility for their learning and practical application is crucial.
I love the idea of creating shared learning goals in addition to the already identified learning objectives of the course. Empowering students and enhancing student ownership creates greater opportunity for success.
Helpful perspective on empowering students.
That student impowerment is important for learning
I've learned incorporating real life situations and getting students engaged by helping them find value in there preferred course of study
Knowing and applying the principles of andragogy are key! Cultivating motivation, self-direction, relevancy, learner validation, and more lead to ownership and empowerment.
Everything needs to lead back to them. They are the captain of their ship and nursing is a serious occupation. It helps to have a lot of "real life" experience to enhance the material.
Comment on Lisa Daniels's post: Great points, Lisa!
Faculty can help students stay engaged in their learning by using real-world examples. When students can apply the knowledge they've learned, they see the value of their education more clearly and understand the connections with their intended career outcomes.
Applying the relevance of each course to how it will be used on the job takes learning to a new level. It is a motivator to the student when they see the value in the course.
Students need to see what is in it for them. There is nothing wrong with this. Self interest is available personal drive.
The students need to take ownership/responsibility for their learning and we can help them in their learning by giving them examples which will help them retain information.
I was able to learn that students need to ownership of their of educational experience to feel empowered for success. I find it intriguing that approximately 42% of students starting post-secondary programs do not finish because they do not assume responsibility for themselves and their future career success. Therefore, it is essential as an instructor to have students feel connected to the material so that they can find their internal motivation to be successful.
