Stimulate the intrinsic motivation and autonomy of your students

Intrinsic motivation leads to deep learning, better performance and a more positive learning experience for students. As opposed to extrinsic motivation where they learn for external rewards or to satisfy external pressures.

Intrinsic motivation depends on the fulfilment of three basic psychological elements: autonomy, competence and connectedness. From the need for autonomy, students would like to feel that they perform a task of their own choice and interest. Rashmi Kusurkar (et al, 2011), professor at AmsterdamUMC, compiled 12 tips for teachers on this subject.