21. Grades Are Killing Intrinsic Motivation
21. Grades Are Killing Intrinsic Motivation  
Podcast: School to Homeschool
Published On: Mon Nov 13 2023
Description: *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="baa8590f-97b4-4985-9c86-c7e02aac4025" data-turn-id-container="baa8590f-97b4-4985-9c86-c7e02aac4025" data-testid="conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> What happens when children stop learning for the joy of discovery… and start learning only for grades? In this episode, I explore how grades can damage intrinsic motivation, kill curiosity, and train children to chase external rewards instead of true understanding. From classrooms to homeschooling, this conversation challenges the way we think about education, success, and the love of learning. If you've ever wondered why bright children lose motivation, this episode is for you. Books Referenced: Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Weapons of Mass Instruction by John Taylor Gatto Drive by Daniel Pink Punished by Rewards by Alfie Kohn Cosby Episode Referenced:  The Cosby Show: Denise brings by her new boyfriend (Part1) SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Janae's Links for Vintage Books Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter School to Homeschool YouTube Channel CONNECT WITH US! Instagram Facebook janae@schooltohomeschool.com 🔔 Subscribe + Follow for more! If you're a faith-driven mom exploring homeschooling, unschooling, or personalized learning, this show is for you. Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more families find freedom in education! *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.