The word motivation appears in an unavoidable way in any interview between a teacher and the family of an adolescent student: “It is that he is not motivated.” It is the moment in which the teacher begins to notice some concern and to assume that the interview may not achieve the objectives that are proposed in […] … learn more→
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Teenagers in class: a challenge with long-term rewards

Why do students lose the desire to learn as they grow
Yes, it is a proven fact that students vary markedly in their academic performance and they do so over time. The reasons for these differences depend on several factors: The socio-cultural context of the students, highlighting the socioeconomic and cultural level of the family and the opportunities offered by the social context. The school factors, being the coexistence […] … learn more→

Do challenges make school seem impossible or worthwhile?
Did you get where you intended to in life? Are you as healthy, wealthy and wise as you want to be? If not, perhaps the problem is a lack of motivation. Some studies suggest that motivation – rather than ability or skill – is the best predictor of educational and professional attainment. But what do […] … learn more→
How to crush procrastination at High School
As far as study problems go, procrastination is a big one. Whenever we get an enquiry from a student, it’s usually a plea for help on how to get motivated and stay focused. Quite often it feels like these students want a quick fix solution to their study woes… perhaps they haven’t quite got the […] … learn more→