Grades 6-8

This module introduces 6th to 8th-grade students to the concept of motivation, focusing on the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Students will learn that intrinsic motivation stems from personal satisfaction, while external rewards like money or recognition drive extrinsic motivation. The lesson explores examples of both, using real-life scenarios to help students identify motivators and understand their impact. Through discussions and interactive activities, students will reflect on how motivation influences their behavior and how it applies in different contexts. The module concludes with an exit ticket where students write their own scenarios, identifying motivators and the type of motivation.Time required: 35 minutes.

Objectives:

• Define extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.
• Identify examples of extrinsic and intrinsic motivators.
• Understand the roles of both motivations in society.

This module introduces students to the concept of motivation, focusing on the “over-justification effect,” where external rewards can decrease intrinsic motivation. The lesson explores extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, discussing how both forms influence behavior and learning. Through interactive activities, students are encouraged to understand how external rewards can sometimes overshadow internal enjoyment and how motivation can be rekindled after experiencing the over-justification effect. The lesson includes class discussions, real-life scenarios, and reflection activities that engage students in critical thinking and personal application. The module ends with an exit ticket where students reflect on a time their motivation was affected by rewards and how they can regain that motivation. Time Required: 60 minutes.

Objectives:

• Define extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.
• Understand the “over-justification effect.”
• Provide real-life examples of over-justification.
• Discuss ways to rekindle motivation after the effect.