Week 3 : Motivation, Creativity, and ESL Learning

           This infographic summarizes Chapter 6 of How People Learn II, “Motivation to Learn.” The chapter explains that students are more motivated when they feel a sense of belonging, have opportunities for choice and agency, and see learning as connected to their goals and future identity (National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, 2018). These ideas are important for ESL curriculum design because language learners need a safe and supportive environment where they feel comfortable taking risks. The infographic below also connects Chapter 6 to Gura’s idea of a creative learning environment because students are more engaged when they create, collaborate, and take ownership of learning (Gura, 2016). It also connects to ISTE Standard 1.1, Empowered Learner, because students can use digital tools such as 'Canva' or 'Google Slides' to set goals, reflect on progress, and create personally meaningful work (ISTE, 2024).




                                             References:

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2018). How people learn II: Learners, contexts, and cultures. The National Academies Press.

Gura, M. (2016). Make, learn, succeed: Building a culture of creativity in your school. ISTE.

International Society for Technology in Education. (2024). ISTE Standards for Students.



Comments

  1. Amber WalshMay 28, 2026 at 4:55 PM

    I think that your infographic is clear and too the point. I like the muted colors that flow together.

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  2. Kaylynn SantiagoMay 30, 2026 at 12:11 PM

    Hi Tudor! I really like your info graph. I read this chapter and had very similar takeaways. Students feel more motivated when they feel as though they belong, when their life experiences and identities are connected to the classroom culture, and when they feel supported. Your info graph is straight to the point, exactly like one should be. It is meant to not be overwhelming and show the necessary information. One thing I do wish, is that there were pictures to pull my attention in more and that connected to your writing. Overall, amazing!

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  3. Chelsie CourtneyMay 31, 2026 at 10:52 AM

    I completely agree that students work harder when they are connected to their goals. Having students decide their goals through guidance from the teacher really helps them embrace the goals. I also think it helps them learn to set goals in their everyday life which is what we as teacher want for them, to be able to push themselves.

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