Results for Tag: Motivation

#221: Conquering the Blank Page Syndrome: How to Start Your Course When You Don’t Know Where to Begin

Have you ever stared at a blank page, your cursor blinking, and felt that familiar dread? That’s the blank page syndrome. It’s a common challenge for course creators, especially when starting a new project, course, or workshop.
Creating a new course feels like birthing a child, choosing the finishes for a kitchen remodel, or planning for and carefully choosing your first car. In other words, big!
It doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, though. In this episode we will cover 3 tips that will help you:
Complete a piece of your course every day
Overcome creative blocks with your course
Experience more productivity and less stress

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#220: Using Gamification for Engagement: The Risks and Rewards

Is gamification the secret sauce to boosting student engagement and completion rates?

Or is it a risky move that could backfire?

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of gamification, exploring its potential benefits and pitfalls. We’ll discuss:

The Allure of Gamification: Why it’s so tempting to add points, badges, and leaderboards.
The Dark Side: The potential drawbacks of over-relying on extrinsic motivation.
Finding the Sweet Spot: How to strike the right balance between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.
Tune in to discover how to use gamification strategically to enhance your course without sacrificing its core value.

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