Maslows theory of Motivation

1. COURSE A3 Maslows Theory
Module 2.5
B Ed Special Education – Hearing Impairment/
B Ed Special Education-- Learning Disability
University of Mumbai
Dr.Amit Hemant Mishal,
Associate Professor
CCYM’S Hashu Advani College of Special Education
https://www.hashuadvanismarak.org/hacse/introduction.html

2. Source: https://bedhindiarticles.blogspot.com/2021/12/humanistic-learning-theory-maslow.html

3. Source: https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html

4. Physiological needs -Basic
• First, Lowest level , Survival
• Air , food , drink ,shelter
• Sleep, clothing , health
• Body cant function if these not met..

5. Safety Needs
• Second Level
• Fear
• Security
• Stability
• Order
• Health
• Employment
• Freedom

6. Love and Belongingness need
• Third level
• Interpersonal relationship
• Friendship
• Trust
• Family
• Acceptance
• Affiliation
• Intimacy
• Connect

7. Esteem Needs
Self /Society
• Fourth level
• Dignity
• Achievement
• Independence
• Desire for Reputation
• Respect from others
• Status
• Prestige
• Accomplishments

8. Self-actualization needs
• Realization of Self potential
• Self fulfilment
• A desire “to become everything one is capable of becoming”
(Maslow, 1987, p. 64)

9. To summarise……………
• Motivation
• Attempt fulfilling five basic needs
• 5 Levels

10. Educational Implications
• Teacher should think, act, plan – keeping in mind her role - students need to
feel safe - physically, emotionally and mentally.
• They must feel at ease to ask questions or raise concerns, without the fear of
being reprimanded by the teacher or judged by their peers.
• Teachers must firstly check if basic needs are fulfilled. Hence , addressing
Physiological Needs is important. Before students can participate in the
learning process, their physiological requirements must be addressed.
• Teachers, organization as a whole should try creating a safe , supportive
Environment for the students
• Teachers should see that they fostering a sense of belonging. Learners feel
motivated.

11. • Teachers should promoting Self-Esteem and Confidence.
• Teachers should encouraging Self-Actualisation.
• Every step an educator makes toward contributing to basic needs, ultimately
it will enhance their students' capacity for learning and achievement in the
classroom.
• Teachers approachable , caring,responsible, supportive nature important.
• Recess and nature call Breaks, necessary Warmth by showing attachment
and giving positive vibes and when required , Planning the Creative
timetables with scope for variation in the subjects.

12. • Learners physical and safety needs must be met before they can focus
on their higher-order needs. Next, people need their social and self-
esteem needs met.
• Educators or teachers should also focus on the needs of the students
while teaching or educating.
• If students are unmotivated in one way or another, it is likely that little
learning will take place, or if by chance some learning should take place,
it is probable that it will not be retained. This theory has great impact
on educational structure.

13. • Without the bottom layer of the hierarchy met, students cannot reach
the next level.
• Each level, once met, allows students the ability and motivation to
learn.
• Each student can move up in the hierarchy with the proper support.

14. For Teachers
• Teacher need to be able to learn and to flourish without other concerns
weighing on their minds.
• Tone for teachers and supportive staff- by school head authorities
• Management of organization should answer questions, provide feedback,
and offer help when needed.
• Be clear with expectations
• Reward/Acknowledge Staff
• Motivate/ Boost them as and when required.
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