This seminar is for you if you are looking for ways to motivate students in large lecture classes. We will apply research-based strategies to address common concerns, such as: attendance, engaging students in deep learning, and completing assignments. Equipping and motivating students to be self-efficacious learners can be difficult when you do it on your own. Register for this seminar if you would like to work on strategies for your class with colleagues from across campus who understand.
Program Outcomes
In this program, instructors will:
- Cultivate student motivation in large lecture courses through implementing the components of self-determination theory – supporting relatedness, building competence, and fostering autonomy.
- Work on their large lecture classes in an environment which is supportive of building their competence, relatedness, and autonomy in the classroom.
Dates/Times/Location
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 9 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | In-Person, Tyler Hall Rm. 225 |
| Feb. 23 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | In-Person, Tyler Hall Rm. 225 |
| Mar. 9 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | In-Person, Tyler Hall Rm. 225 |
| Mar. 23 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | In-Person, Tyler Hall Rm. 225 |
| April 6 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | In-Person, Tyler Hall Rm. 225 |
| April 20 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | In-Person, Tyler Hall Rm. 225 |
Deliverables
- Three Activities, lessons, class policies, and/or assignments that are designed to increase student motivation.
To apply
Fill out the application form. There is space for up to 24 participants. Deadline to apply: TBD
Questions
For questions about this opportunity, the deliverables, or other part of this professional development experience, please contact Dr. Todd Dresser, Associate Director for Faculty Development in the ATL, at todd_dresser@uri.edu.