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STUDENT MOTIVATION
& TECHNOLOGY
Studies show student motivation increases
when technology is used in instruction
Students perceive computer-based lessons as:
•relaxed atmosphere
• less boring
Web-based Instruction:
97% of participating students showed an increase in
motivation & interest level.
Teacher: “I had to kick them out at the end of the period.”
Effectiveness of technology on student achievements:
• positive, consistent patterns of progress
• significant gains in all subject areas
Greater frequency of technology use leads to higher MCAS scores!
Access to wireless laptop computers leads to:
• improvement in grades, motivation
• MEAP test: January 2005 7th graders 29% -> 41% 8th graders 31% -> 63%
WhyTechnology?
87% ages 12 – 17 use the internet
86% of students believe the Internet helps them achieve
better results in school!
Still not convinced?
Effects of Technology on Classrooms & Students?
Most common teacher-reported effects on
students were:
increase in motivation
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senseof
accomplishment
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enhanced self-esteem
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moreconfidence
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The students, as well as their work, are important.
• collaboration; exchange of ideas
• impressive products
sound bytes
video clips
pictures
animation
In the words of students:
“I like using computers, the Internet, and PowerPoint because it is fun, fresh, and invigorating.”
“I like using computers to do school work because it helps me get my thoughts out better.”
Which would you prefer?
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• "Effects of Technology on Classrooms and Students." U.S. Department of Education. Web. 5 Aug. 2010. <http://www2.ed.gov/pubs/EdReformStudies/EdTech/effectsstudents.html>.
• Heafner, Tina. "Social Studies." CITE Journal. National Council for the Social Studies
College and University Faculty Assembly, 2004. Web. 3 Aug. 2010. <http://www.citejournal.org/vol4/iss1/socialstudies/article1.cfm>.
• Phillips, Ashley H. "The Effects of Student Centered, Technology Based Instruction
on the Intrinsic Motivation of Secondary Students - PDFCast.org." Upload PDF Documents - Broadcast - Share. Web. 5 Aug. 2010. <http://pdfcast.org/pdf/the-effects-of-student-centered-technology-based-instruction-on-the-intrinsic-motivation-of-secondary-students>.
• "Technology in Schools: The Ongoing Challenge of Access, Adequacy and Equity." NEA - NEA Home. 2008. Web. 2 Aug. 2010. <http://www.nea.org/>.