Teach your child how to Develop Inner Motivation
At one time or another, most parents use rewards to motivate their
children. And there’s no question that reward systems
work.
But when the rewards stop, sometimes the behavior stops,
too. That’s
especially important to remember when it comes to
studying. Researchers
have found that students who are motivated only by the desire to
get a good grade rarely do than the minimum they need to get
by.
However, when students are motivated by an inner reward, they are
more likely to stick with a task. Students with inner motivation
learn because they’re curious. They retain what they have
learned longer, and they earn higher grades.
Here’s how to help your child develop this inner
motivation:
·
Start with his
interests. Before
he works on a project,
have him think about what he wants to learn.
·
Help him see progress
as he works on a big task.
·
Help your child share
what he’s learning
·
Give positive feedback,
but encourage him to praise
himself for a job well done.
Source:
“Motivation: What does the Research Say?” Northwest
Regional Educational Laboratory, WWW.nwrel.org/request/oct00/motivate.html
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