Motivation

Teachers talk a lot about 'the importance of motivation'.

What do you think?

• Are you motivated because you do well - or do you do well because you are motivated?
• Can you 'increase' your motivation if you try? (Please share any techniques for increasing self-motivation - we need them!)
• Are subjects motivating or is it the teacher?
• Is motivation more difficult when rewards are short-term or long-term?
• Do you notice a difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

Let us know what you think. Thanks.