Research in pedagogy and education shows that four key self-initiated student behaviors are crucial for developing, progressing, and enhancing positive intrinsic learning qualities. These essential ...
In Jarek Janio’s Inside Higher Ed opinion column, “Beyond ‘Grit’ and ‘Growth Mindsets,’” Janio argues that, to promote better student learning, college instructors should ignore questions about ...
Teachers play a critical role in motivating students and in identifying barriers to learning. The EdWeek Research Center surveyed middle and high school teachers as well as teenage students to learn ...
In a significant initiative aimed at shaping the academic direction, mindset, and social responsibility of young learners, La Mentora conducted a large-scale motivational session and career ...
The other day, someone said to me “you’re so disciplined with your exercise and eating. I wish I could be like that.” Here is the truth: I am not disciplined with my exercise and eating habits. I ...
Motivation fades. It’s emotional, temporary, and unreliable. Stoic self-discipline, on the other hand, is the key to excellence and true freedom. It’s the art of acting from duty and values — not from ...
University computer science (CS) courses serve as important bridges into further CS study and careers in STEM. Yet many women and underrepresented students with interests in STEM turn away from these ...