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Exploring Motivation in Learning Through James Clavell's "The Children's Story"

James Clavell's "The Children's Story" raises profound questions about motivation—both intrinsic and extrinsic—within a classroom setting. Written in 1963 and published in 1981, this short story delves into themes of freedom, religion, and patriotism, paralleling works like Orwell’s "1984" in exploring propaganda and control. Through the lens of a New Teacher's approach, readers are invited to discuss how motivation influences learning and engagement. Important questions about the significance of allegiance and the value of personal versus national identity serve as discussion points for educators and students alike.

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Exploring Motivation in Learning Through James Clavell's "The Children's Story"

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  1. what motivates you to learn? Intrinsic Motivation Extrinsic Motivation

  2. the children’s story by jamesclavell 3. 1. 2. Questions for class discussion (Click here) X

  3. jamesclavell 1924-1994 James Clavell was a British,laternaturalized American, novelist, screenwriter, director, and World War II veteran. “The Children’s Story” was written in 1963 and published in 1981. While a very short and simple story, it touches on many important concepts, such as freedom, religion, and patriotism. It is similar in nature to George Orwell’s 1984 in its treatment of propaganda, control, and inter-generational warfare.

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  5. What pedagogical strategy does the New Teacher employ on her students—intrinsic motivation or extrinsic motivation? The final words of Clavell’s story are “It was 9:23.” Why does Clavellend “The Children’s Story” by drawing our attention to the time? Why is the New Teacher so successful? After the New Teacher explains what “allegiance” means, she says, “So you are promising or pledging support to the flag and saying that it is much more important than you are.” She then asks her students, “How can a flag be more important than a real live person?” How would you answer that question? She then remarks, “But we don’t need a sign to remind us that we love our country, do we?” What do you think?

  6. What pedagogical strategy does the New Teacher employ on her students—intrinsic motivation or extrinsic motivation? The final words of Clavell’s story are “It was 9:23.” Why does Clavellend “The Children’s Story” by drawing our attention to the time? Why is the New Teacher so successful? After the New Teacher explains what “allegiance” means, she says, “So you are promising or pledging support to the flag and saying that it is much more important than you are.” She then asks her students, “How can a flag be more important than a real live person?” How would you answer that question? She then remarks, “But we don’t need a sign to remind us that we love our country, do we?” What do you think?

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