Rationale
When students face academic challenges, their motivation and confidence can vary widely. Some students may persist through difficulty, while others may question their ability to succeed. By creating structured opportunities that help students see the connection between effort and improvement, normalizing struggles as part of learning, and providing timely feedback, instructors can build students’ confidence and persistence. When faculty emphasize growth, offer meaningful choices, and connect learning to students’ goals, students are more likely to stay engaged and achieve at higher levels. These strategies have been shown to strengthen motivation and support long-term academic success (Dweck, 2006).
