October is when it gets real in education. Real busy, real tough. The honeymoon is over and the days grow shorter...But as we near an exciting professional development day (and a long weekend), it's worth thinking about all the reasons we persevere.
Recent research about motivation (looking at almost 150 studies!) has come out that shows the following:
- Teachers are far more influential than parents in motivating students to learn.
- The way that teachers and parents influence motivation is by satisfying three psychological needs: competency, belonging and autonomy.
We've talked a lot this year about SEL and about fostering a sense of community and belonging--and this just reinforces how important this work has been and will continue to be. The "competency" and "autonomy" components are likewise in line with our goals for Tier 1 teaching strategies and blended and personalized learning. It's all about empowering our students to continue to grow and reach their goals!
The article is a quick recommended read, but the takeaway: your dedication to professional learning in these areas will have a major impact on the wellbeing, performance, and motivation of your students...and you.
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