Motivation is an important aspect of
educational development and achievement for students. The term motivation is
the act of giving someone a reason for doing something through eagerness. The
most common homework often given to students in most classes is readings
answering questions and doing exercises. Motivation plays a very important role
in grading the work of students which adds greatly to their intellectual
development. Here are some of how students can be motivated to do homework and
reading.
Motivation is an important aspect of
educational development and achievement for students. The term motivation is
the act of giving someone a reason for doing something through eagerness. The
most common homework often given to students in most classes is readings,
answering questions and doing exercises. Motivation plays a very important role
in grading the work of students, which adds greatly to their intellectual
development. Here are some of how students can be motivated to do homework and
reading.
1). Assign them guiding questions to
help them conceptualize and make sense of what they are doing.
2). Ask them relevant questions and
make sure the reading and other tasks are at their levels, and where appropriate
give rewards to the best achievers.
3). Choose reading materials that
are relatable to students and can contribute to their academic, professional,
and intellectual development.
4). Help the student to gain
self-confidence and that way spark learning and build connections
5). Incorporate a variety of texts
and genres including narrative, expository, descriptive, and persuasive.
6). Come up with a
strategy of dealing with a student who doesn't do their homework and learn them to know the importance of doing their work at home. Part of the strategy is to
show them the seriousness of not doing their homework and if need be w