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Seven Key Ingredients For Improving Student Motivation

Skillastics

Some educators use the words motivation and engagement interchangeably, but they’re very different. Motivation, from the Latin word motivus–meaning moving–is the force or thing that prompts you to act where engagement is a feeling of belonging, commitment, or purpose towards an organization or idea.

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Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education

PLT4M

In this article, Sean explores motivational theories in physical education. Understanding Motivational Theories in Physical Education Often the responsibility for motivation is placed solely on the student in physical education (PE) classes. Sean Fullerton is a former secondary physical education teacher and current Ph.D.

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Unpacking Student Motivation

The Physical Educator

Early on in my career, I had no idea how to motivate students in my teaching. Knowing this impact, how can we best support student motivation in our lessons? Self-determination theory looks at human motivation and tries to understand the factors that push or prevent people from wanting to learn and grow. Supporting Autonomy.

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Creating A Personal Wellness Roadmap

The Physical Educator

A Full-Stack Physical Educator is a teacher who feels empowered in their teaching, continuously cultivates their motivation, and has the grit to prioritize their health. Through reflection, curiosity, and commitment to growth, I never lacked for a sense of passion and purpose in my teaching (Cultivated Motivation). 2 Points) Got It! (3

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The Relentless School Nurse: We are Halfway to Summer

Relentless School Nurse

I recently shared a blog post about Donna Gaffney’s new book, “Courageous Well-Being for Nurses.” ” I highly recommend this book as a step by step guide to wellness. We aim to set achievable goals and, when necessary, say “no” to additional tasks to prevent burnout. Protect your time!

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The Relentless School Nurse: The 2023 Most Popular Post of the Year is…

Relentless School Nurse

It involves going above and beyond to ensure that students are well-supported and healthy enough to achieve their highest potential. This includes being a leader both inside and outside the school, with a primary focus on the health and well-being of the students, without neglecting our own needs!

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Having Trouble Sticking to Your Exercise Program? Stay Motivated With These 13 Exercise Adherence Strategies

AASP

<p>From AASP Members and Authors: Gabrielle Salvatore, MS, Sheila Alicea, PhD, CMPC, Cynthia Clarke, EdD, CMPC, and Michael Sachs, PhD, CMPC</p> <p>The benefits of exercise are well-known, but in order for people to reap the most benefits from exercise they need to adhere to a program. run 3 miles). run 3 miles).