Few teachers would deny that motivated students are easier to teach, or that students who are interested in learning do, in fact, learn more. So how do teachers motivate their students? Here are some practiced, tried-and true strategies to get (and keep) your students interested in learning.
Know your students' names and use their names as often as possible.
Plan for every class; never try to wing it.
Pay attention to the strengths and limitations of each of your students. Reward their strengths and strengthen their weaknesses.
If possible, set your room in a U-shape to encourage interaction among students.
Vary your instructional strategies; use lectures, demonstrations, discussions, case studies, groups, and more.
Review the learning objectives with your students. Be sure students know what they are expected to learn, do, know, etc.