Classroom Motivation

Linking Research to Teacher Practice.

Classroom Motivation is a comprehensive introduction to the practical applications of research on academic motivation to teaching and learning. Each chapter’s case studies, application exercises, and updated empirical findings will further connect pre-service teachers with motivation in practice.

Classroom Motivation is a comprehensive introduction to the practical applications of research on academic motivation to teaching and learning. Though grounded in theory, the book is uniquely structured around instructional practices that teachers use daily in schools, such as rewards, group activities, academic tasks, student assessment, and parent interaction. This thoroughly revised third edition includes new content on interventions, mindsets, technologies, engagement, and social-emotional learning. Each chapter’s case studies, application exercises, and updated empirical findings will further connect preservice teachers with motivation in practice.