Key to success in the classroom is an intrinsic desire to learn. Also key to the success of students is utilization of the "Reflective Model" of education and learning (Lipman, 2003)
The world is increasingly diverse, and for students to achieve, they must realize how important it is to look at questions and answers from multiple views. While there have been some complains about these new methods (Moran
By and large however, more schools are noting improved performance when teachers start incorporation newer methods in the classroom, and by diversifying what they teach so no matter the condition each and every student has an opportunity to benefit from their education. This model is one specialty schools have used for some time, however only know is this "non-traditional" model being applied to the public and private school setting, whether a student is in elementary, middle, high school or beyond (Mumford, 1998)
Educational Goals First Statement As a result of my teaching, my students will become life-long learners, and use the learning skills I teach them in higher education and in their professional lives. Many educators and researchers note continuing education is an important element of success; nearly all professional and executive candidates engage in some level of continuing education (Olson & Smith, 2000)
Thus, it is the role of the teacher to determine what methods are most likely to inspire intrinsic motivation. There are many ways to do this, as noted by several researchers including: cultivating "creativity" in students by allowing students some say in course and text selection (Sternberg & Lubart, 36); allowing students to learn outside of the traditional classroom setting, whether through field trips or selective projects (Walberg & Herbig, 1991)