Recent research shows AI tools can moderately boost student motivation and engagement, especially when used consistently, with teacher guidance, and when students retain control. Purpose-built ...

Recent research shows AI tools can boost student motivation when used with autonomy, quality feedback, and consistent engagement, but risks include overreliance and short-lived gains. Purpose-built ...

University computer science (CS) courses serve as important bridges into further CS study and careers in STEM. Yet many women and underrepresented students with interests in STEM turn away from these ...

Increasing student motivation by fostering resilience and belonging has become more urgent as academic performance and dropout rates have declined, according to a new report from the nonprofit ...

"I cannot do this, and I’m not sure I want to!" Millions of students across the world have said this or at least thought it more than once during their educational journey. Sometimes, this reaction ...

Remote classes reshape study habits, influencing mood and productivity for families worldwide. Teachers often spot changed energy levels when lessons shift from rooms with desks to glowing screens.

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, one prevailing challenge persists: motivating students. The last few years have witnessed a noticeable shift in student behavior, consisting of apathy, ...

Engagement refers to the degree of attention, curiosity, or interest that a student shows when they are learning something new. Engagement can be fostered by different types of motivation—external and ...

Like most teachers, Dani Boepple devotes a lot of mental energy to devising ways to motivate and engage her students. Motivation is a key part of learning ...

A Computer Science and Learning Sciences team led by PhD student Caryn Tran aimed to understand how educational programming ...