Speaking with teachers about what are the factors that motivate
children to learn was very interesting. Educators value motivation in school for its
own sake as well as for its long-term contribution to children's learning and
self-esteem. Highly motivated children are easy to identify: They are
enthusiastic, interested, involved, and curious; they try hard and persist; and
they actively cope with challenges and setbacks. The teachers stated these are
the children who should stay in school longer, learn more, feel better about
themselves, and continue their education after high school They also stated although
motivated students are easy to recognize, they are difficult to find. From
there from preschool to high school years, children's intrinsic motivation decreases
and they feel increasingly alienated from learning.
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