Elena’s story of ‘the Dancing Camel’ illustrates the power of intrinsic motivation. Elena stresses the importance of learning about students’ hobbies and interests in order to plan lessons which keep them happy and motivated.

Reflection

• Think about when you have felt motivated to do something. What was it that motivated you – was it intrinsic or extrinsic?
• Tell us what you think of Elena’s ‘Dancing Camel’ story

Tell us your story
What do you do to promote intrinsic motivation amongst your learners? Teacher trainers – do a motivation survey in a development session and feedback to us.

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