In many classrooms today, teachers try different ways to keep student motivated. Motivation plays an important role in the learning process, as it helps student remain interested, focused, and actively involved during lessons. When learners feel encouraged, they are more likely to participate in class activities and make great efforts to understand the material. This survey involved 25 secondary school students. Several usually used motivational strategies were observed, goal setting, interactive tasks and regular feedback from the teacher. Data were collected through student surveys, classroom observation and analysis of their academic results over a certain period of time. The results showed a clear positive effect of these strategies. It was found that students in a supportive and motivating environment tend to be more active in class and demonstrate better understanding of the subject. Also, they show great interest in learning and become more independent in their studies. In addition, the finding suggest that combining different motivational techniques can be more effective than using a single approach, as it helps address the diverse need and learning style of students.

All in all, this study highlights the importance of motivation in teaching practice. It offers practical insights for teacher. These ideas can help students learn better and achieve more.

Motivation, student engagement, teaching methods

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