Student motivation can be both external (e.g., exams, deadlines) and internal (self efficacy, personal goals). Intrinsic motivation is relatively strong, intense, and persistent. When students understand and accept the values of tasks and feel connected to instructors and peers they also tend to be intrinsically motivated.   

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Center for Teaching
The Center for Teaching exists to support excellence in teaching and learning through institutes, workshops, programs and one-on-one consultation. We offer support and resources for any instructor, administrator or staff member involved in teaching and learning at the University of Iowa.
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Teaching Consultation
The Center for Teaching offers teaching consultations on a variety of topics from presentation skills, student engagement, and incorporating technology into coursework.
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Center for Teaching Lending Library
The Center for Teaching library has a wide variety of books, teaching & learning journals, and DVDs on various teaching topics. Resources are available for check-out by faculty, teaching assistants, and instructional staff.
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Handbook for Teaching Excellence
The Handbook for Teaching Excellence supports instructors in navigating their teaching roles and creating meaningful learning experiences for their students. It offers opportunities for reflection on learning and teaching experiences and shares evidence-based strategies. You will find teaching strategies for specific contexts and guided reflections and activities to help instructors become scholarly teachers.