Investigating Other Factors
Researchers at the University of Connecticut observed that students will often weigh whether or not to do homework based on how much they enjoy other activities. It is not that they dislike school work and scholarship, they simply may be much more interested in something else at the time. The page on Personal Cost Decisions explores this concern in more depth.
Students need to perceive that their environment is supportive and has the resources they need to be successful. The page in this section of Environmental Perceptions reviews research from the University of Connecticut to provide a more depth of exploration of this area. In addition, work at the Search Institute provides a comprehensive breakdown of the important environmental factors in a child's life.
Academic and learning deficits can also impact a student's motivation. The Academic and Learning page provides a brief introduction to this topic. If you have concerns in this area please take time to discuss them in detail with your child's teacher(s). The gifted teacher or gifted resource teacher for your child may have additional resources for you.
Students need to perceive that their environment is supportive and has the resources they need to be successful. The page in this section of Environmental Perceptions reviews research from the University of Connecticut to provide a more depth of exploration of this area. In addition, work at the Search Institute provides a comprehensive breakdown of the important environmental factors in a child's life.
Academic and learning deficits can also impact a student's motivation. The Academic and Learning page provides a brief introduction to this topic. If you have concerns in this area please take time to discuss them in detail with your child's teacher(s). The gifted teacher or gifted resource teacher for your child may have additional resources for you.