In a recent post I noted the critical importance of capitalizing on intrinsic motivation rather than resorting to extrinsic measures in schools. “Extrinsic” and “intrinsic” motivation are likely to be familiar notions, particularly to educators, but a brief definition may be helpful.
Hi, Steve. I'm William, and I was a freshman during your last year at Calhoun. Do you think that this teaching philosophy extends beyond grade school to higher education, or, at that point, does absorbing a large volume of technical knowledge warrant sacrificing the more time-intensive (though more rewarding) progressive approach?
Hi, Steve. I'm William, and I was a freshman during your last year at Calhoun. Do you think that this teaching philosophy extends beyond grade school to higher education, or, at that point, does absorbing a large volume of technical knowledge warrant sacrificing the more time-intensive (though more rewarding) progressive approach?