Intrinsic Motivation

January 12, 2017

Did Learner Curiosity Kill The Valedictorian?

What role does learner curiosity play in course design? It varies, depending on the learner, but there are some things you can do to use each student's natural curiosity to your (and their) advantage.

by Karen Fields

November 13, 2016

How To Motivate Students Online: What Works And What Doesn’t

How can we get each of our students to take their transformation or education into their own hands? Here is how to motivate students online and get them fired up about the subject matter.

by Daphne Stanford

October 30, 2016

4 Psychology Books To Help You Create Meaningful Gamification Experiences

When it comes to constructing your gamified course, it's crucial to understand the psychology behind it. Check out these 4 books if you want to fully commit to create meaningful gamification experiences.

by Josh Carlyle

October 8, 2016

Looking For Improvement? There’s A Motivation App For That!

Asking anybody if they want to get better at what they do is a no-brainer. Taking the time to work on yourself is another story. The motivation app Crucendo provides a different approach to motivating and mentoring yourself to improve and achieve.

by Tristan Hart

July 23, 2016

Gamification And Motivation: It’s The Content That Matters, Not The Container

Isn't gamification an acknowledgement that the content isn’t compelling? Otherwise why would we need to gamify it? In this article, I will discuss the relationship between gamification and motivation.

by Guy Boulet

April 28, 2016

The Importance Of Raising Self-Confidence In Online Training

As Stephen R. Covey, the author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal, so aptly put it: "To change ourselves effectively, we first had to change our perceptions." But what roles does self-confidence play in online training? In this article, we'll explore how perceptions about ability and talent may impact your corporate eLearning strategy.

by Christopher Pappas

April 9, 2016

Applying The Flow Theory In Online Training

Mihalyi Csikszentmihalyi, the noted psychologist and professor who introduced the Flow Theory, described it as "the holistic experience that people feel when they act with total involvement" [1]. This just about sums up the mental state that all eLearning professionals strive for when we are creating online training courses. In this article, I'll highlight the 4 components and the 8 dimensions of the Flow Theory, and I'll share the importance of achieving optimal flow in online training.

by Christopher Pappas

March 12, 2016

The Self-Determination Theory In Online Training: A Practical Guide

As the famous Dwight D. Eisenhower once said: “Motivation is the art of getting people to do what you want them to do because they want to do it.” Motivating corporate learners is one of the greatest challenges that Instructional Designers face. However, the Self-Determination Theory may be able to help you create inspiring, engaging, and emotionally-centered online training experiences that capture the true essence of motivation.

by Christopher Pappas

February 29, 2016

6 Tips To Add Intrinsic Motivators In Online Training

Rewards have their uses in online training, but intrinsic motivators hold the real power. In this article, I’ll share how you can add intrinsic motivators into your online training program, so that employees have the opportunity to reach their true potential without relying on external sources.

by Christopher Pappas

September 17, 2015

5 Tips To Use Emotional Intelligence In eLearning

Knowledge may be an important part of the eLearning puzzle, but eLearning professionals should never overlook the importance of emotional intelligence. In this article, I'll share the basics, best practices, and tips for using Emotional Intelligence in eLearning.

by Christopher Pappas

September 9, 2015

The Impact Of Maslow's Hierarchy Of Needs In eLearning

Motivation is what fuels us. It is what drives us to achieve our goals and be our best selves. It also happens to be a powerful tool in eLearning. In this article, I'll discuss the impact that Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs has in eLearning, so that you can put its principles into practice in your next eLearning course.

by Christopher Pappas

August 15, 2015

Rethinking Employee Motivation

So you think you know what motivates your employees, students, children... well, think again. Science has discovered long ago that what really motivates us is NOT the “stick” nor the “carrot”. It's time to rethink employee motivation! Read this article to know why.

by Rambo Levin