Creating Autonomy Within Fidelity: By making smart adjustments, teachers can take greater ownership of prescribed curriculum programs--and build their self-motivation in the process.

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Title: Creating Autonomy Within Fidelity: By making smart adjustments, teachers can take greater ownership of prescribed curriculum programs--and build their self-motivation in the process.
Authors: Anderson, Mike mike@leadinggreatlearning.com
Source: Educational Leadership. May2024, Vol. 81 Issue 8, p10-14. 5p.
Subject Terms: *Freedom of teaching, *Motivation (Psychology), *Student engagement, *Curriculum, Self-determination theory
Abstract: The article emphasizes the challenge teachers face in implementing prescribed curriculum with fidelity while also needing autonomy to adjust based on student needs. It explores the importance of teacher autonomy for motivation, drawing on Self-Determination Theory, and suggests strategies like seeking guidance, creating new learning experiences, and making small tweaks to engage students effectively.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article emphasizes the challenge teachers face in implementing prescribed curriculum with fidelity while also needing autonomy to adjust based on student needs. It explores the importance of teacher autonomy for motivation, drawing on Self-Determination Theory, and suggests strategies like seeking guidance, creating new learning experiences, and making small tweaks to engage students effectively.
ISSN:00131784