Instructional Model for Lesson Plans

 

The Motivational Framework for Culturally Responsive Teaching (Wlodkowski, 2008) is the instructional model that I have chosen to use for my lesson plans.  This model supports Knowles's (1980) principles of andragogy,

my teaching philosophy, and my model of an effective adult learning facilitator.  One key pillar of the model is that if an instruction is provided, it should be motivating to participants.  According to Wlodkowski, as motivating instructors, we need to exhibit five key traits and behaviors.  They are the following: expertise(the power of knowledge and preparation), empathy ( the power of compassion and understanding of the learner's goals, perspectives, expectations), enthusiasm for the subject matter, instructional clarity, and organization and cultural responsiveness ( showing respect for other cultures while creating a safe, inclusive, respectful learning environment for all). Another pillar is that culture and motivation are interwoven, and culture impacts motivation, which influences learning. Finally, this framework reinforces the concept that intrinsic motivation is part of the human DNA.  Human beings are naturally curious.  We want to make meaning from our experiences and to want to learn what is meaningful to us. This intrinsic motivation applies across all cultures and is the foundation for learning.  The learner's perspective is critical to the learning process. The framework also emphasizes that all cultures are to be respected and honored.  Learning occurs in the framework by enhancing, nurturing, and sustaining the intrinsic motivation of learners through a holistic, culturally responsive approach to instruction. By using the framework, a facilitator can create a learning environment that is respectful of all cultures and that allows all learners to flourish while at the same time creating a common learning culture. The use of the framework is designed to promote equitable learning opportunities for all learners. 

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References:

Knowles, M. S. (1980). The modern practice of adult education: From pedagogy to andragogy. (2nd ed.). New York:             Cambridge Books.

Wlodkowski, R. J. (2008). Enhancing adult motivation to learn: A comprehensive guide for teaching all adults (3rd ed.).       San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.