There are two conflicting arguments on the role of motivation in the classroom:

a.

Take care of learning, and motivation will take care of itself

b.

Take care of motivation, and learning will take care of itself

To what extent do you support one or both of these arguments? In order to answer this question, 

please make sure to discuss: (1) Three

 different explanations of motivation (for example: 

attributions, self-efficacy, intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation) and; (2) how these explanations for 

motivation may affect learning within your particular content area

 and developmental group

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Both arguments regarding the role of motivation in the classroom have merit and the extent to which one should prioritize learning over motivation or vice versa can depend on various factors including ... View the full answer