Motivation. Intrinsic motivation, drives that come from within us, bring us joy and pleasure, whereas extrinsic motivation always requires an outside motivator to bring us pleasure.

Digging into intrinsic motivation is about finding the emotional, psychological or even philosophical roots of why that goal matters to you, beyond the paycheck.

You don't need more motivation to exercise. You need BETTER motivation. Learn about the different kinds of motivation and how you can build the kind that will keep you exercising for good.

New research suggests that motivation isn’t built on grades but on whether grades match students’ expectations, so showing them evidence of their learning is key.

AI offers a surprising lens on how we think about student motivation and why behavior may matter more than belief.

Understanding the science behind motivation is crucial for supporting student learning, Katie Muenks and Carlton Fong write.

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But if motivation is, in fact, a myth, then the question still lies: what truly facilitates success and productivity? The answer lies in a shift of mindset from motivation to discipline. Discipline, ...

What is it that makes us feel good about ourselves? And what motivates us to do something, regardless of whether it is ...

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Even if we want to achieve a goal, there are reasons why we don't. This can explain what's happening with students.