Activate Your Knowledge – Engagement and Motivation

Question 1 of 4

In this module, what do we mainly mean by academic fatigue?

A gradual build-up of overload that leaves students mentally and emotionally drained.
A single bad lesson where students were unusually quiet and unresponsive.
Short bursts of excitement followed by high test scores.
Any time students complain about homework or assessment deadlines.

Question 2 of 4

Which classroom pattern is most consistent with academic fatigue rather than simple misbehaviour?

A gradual decline in attendance, participation and quality of work over several weeks.
One loud argument between two students at the back of the room.
A single lesson where technology failed and nobody completed the task.
A surprise fire drill that interrupted a listening activity.

Question 3 of 4

Which of the following is the best example of a curiosity-based hook at the start of a lesson?

Showing a surprising image and asking, "What do you think happened just before this photo was taken?"
Reading the learning objectives aloud and asking students to copy them.
Telling students to take out their notebooks and sit in silence.
Handing out the homework sheet at the start of the lesson.

Question 4 of 4

Thinking about your current practice, which area do you most want to strengthen in relation to engagement and motivation?