The Power of Motivated Thinking in Education

This recording is Part 1 of 3 episodes discussing motivated thinking. In this conversation, Catherine Quinlan delves into the concept of motivated thinking and its implications for education. She discusses how expectations, both high and low, influence student success and the importance of understanding personal experiences in shaping teaching methods. The conversation also touches on the significance of cultural relevance in education and the powerful impact of motivated thinking on individual and collective success. You can access the anthology that contains this paper from your library system or university library. Molden, D. C., & Higgins, E. T. (2005). Motivated Thinking. In K. J. Holyoak & R. G. Morrison (Eds.), The Cambridge handbook of thinking and reasoning (pp. 295–317). Cambridge University Press. Link to Abstract: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2005-09680-013