IMPORTANCE OF MOTIVATION IN EDUCATION

“I believe in students. Motivation is the most important value. By believing in them, I give them motivation to learn all the time and to take a step forward to the future. The most important thing is to believe themselves.” – Sofija Grabuloska, Macedonia

Motivation is important in getting students to engage in academic activities. It is a critical component of learning. Students who are motivated to learn something use higher cognitive processes in learning about it.  Some basic needs which people must satisfy are food, shelter, love and positive self-esteem. Therefore, motivation to do something may be based on the achievement of these needs. When people feel that they have control over their success in something, then they are more motivated to achieve it. If they feel that they will not have any control in their success then they might not be as motivated to achieve it. People will be motivated to do something based on whether they think they will be successful and be rewarded.

Some people are motivated to learn, while others are motivated to perform well and get a good grades. It is important that teachers should try to convince their students that learning rather than grades are the purpose of academic work. This can be done by emphasizing the interest value and practical importance of the material that the students are studying and by de-emphasizing grades and other rewards. Parents support is essential for this. Students should keep in mind that:

“I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself”(Mikhail Baryshniko).

There is no substitute or short cut for hard work. There is no elevator to success, you have to take the stairs. 

“You have BRAINS in your HEAD,

You have FEET in your SHOES,

You can STEER yourself any

DIRECTION you CHOOSE”.

-Dr Seuss.

 

Self-motivation is the best way to achieve your goals. It will give you the courage and support to reach in success. The future always belong to the performers. Shakespeare has said, “We know what we are, but know not what we may be.” Do your work sincerely. Sure of your excellent success in every attempt.

By,

Mr. Shyamlal

HOS-High School Section.

BIS