Motivating Children to Do Better In School

PASIG CITY, Philippines - May 8, 2015 - PRLog -- Difficult subjects can take a toll on students and their learning capabilities. When a simple pat on the back just won’t do, motivational strategies employed by teachers just might give students the push they need to excel in their studies.

Praise Correlates to Motivation

Research establishes that praise molds students’ beliefs, motivation, and performance. This in turn helps them further their academic duties and development.

What are the teacher-tested ways to increase students’ motivation?

Set proper expectations. Setting expectations improve a student’s focus and setting it in a way that is realistic empowers the student to do more. Although it’s likely that students come up short in some areas, re-evaluating and making necessary adjustments can help make up for it.

Communicate. Knowing the various challenges students face every day and talking about them makes them feel valued and understood.

Acknowledge a job well done. Aside from giving constructive feedback, praising students for a job well done on a project or presentation can go a long way in boosting their self-esteem and they are likely to feel that their efforts are being appreciated.

Enroll in a student-friendly school. Motivation starts within the home and the four walls of an educational institution. When students know that they are in a secure and friendly environment, they are likely to perform better and participate actively in class.

VCIS and Student Motivation
A Christian school like Victory Christian International School (VCIS) knows the importance of motivating students not just in the area of academics, but also in their spiritual and social growth. By having a healthy Christian environment with the help of the teachers and staff, the school ensures that every child will be empowered to be godly servant leaders.