ABC of learning and teaching: Educational environment

doi:10.1136/bmj.326.7393.810

BMJ 2003;326:810-812 ( 12 April )

Clinical review

ABC of learning and teaching

Educational environment

Linda Hutchinson.

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A student might find a particular question threatening and intimidating in one context yet stimulating and challenging ina different context. What makes one learning context unpleasantand another pleasant?

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Learning depends on several factors, but a crucial step is the engagement of the learner. This is affected by their motivationand perception of relevance. These, in turn, can be affected bylearners' previous experiences and preferred learning styles andby the context and environment in which the learning is takingplace. In adult learning theories, teaching is as much about settingthe context or climate for learning as it is about imparting knowledgeor sharingexpertise.

Motivation

Motivation can be intrinsic (from the student) and extrinsic (from external factors). Assessments are usually a strong extrinsicmotivator for learners. Individual learners' intrinsic motivationcan be affected by previous experiences, by their desire to achieve,and the relevance of the learning to . . . [Full text of this article]

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