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Awaken the learner

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This beautiful short film by Nitin Das made me pen down skills that can be tried in class to change and motivate our students.

The student-teacher relationship has changed a lot over the time. I'm certain all teachers will agree that the picture was drastically different when we were on the other side of the fence. In the present age, the best lessons, books and materials in the wold won't get students excited about learning if they are not motivated. Even the most educated teacher with best of intentions, sometimes lack motivational skills. So whether you are a new teacher or an experienced one, let us try using some techniques to motivate our beloved students so that they can achieve their true potential.

First and foremost, we need to give students a sense of control. Let them choose the type of assignment they do. Let them decide which problem will they work on. Following instructions usually meets with resistance. Giving them that power of choice may just motivate them to put in that extra effort and perform better.
Secondly, create a threat free environment. When we educators create a safe, supportive environment for students and believe in the students' abilities rather than laying out the consequences of not doing things, students are much more likely to get motivated and do their best.

Classroom is a great place for learning but sitting at the same place for long may seem dull for some. To renew their interest in the subject, take them for field trips.
Everyone craves for appreciation and acknowledgement. Students, at any age, are no exceptions. Acknowledge the minutest improvement/positive behaviour. Appreciate a deed well done. Offer them a chance to earn rewards. It may prove an excellent source of motivation.

We also need to give students responsibility and allow them to work together. But we need to ensure that the groups are balanced and fair. Also build a positive competitive spirit amongst them. If, at all, you find any of your student demotivated, try to find out the reason behind it. For that, you need to know your students well, understand them.
So friends, please create such an atmosphere in class that students love to attend your class & miss you when you are not there.

Shallu Dhamija
Director Academics, Oxford Public School


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  1. rimpy_514 August 2017 at 21:05

    Points must be noted.... From this write up. Thank you ma'am.

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  2. rimpy_514 August 2017 at 21:05

    Points must be noted.... From this write up. Thank you ma'am.

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