I think the big mistake in schools is trying to teach children anything, and by using fear as the basic motivation. Fear of getting failing grades, fear of not staying with your class, etc. Interest can produce learning on a scale compared to fear as a nuclear explosion to a firecracker. Stanley Kubrick
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The quote above is a great example of the power of interest. We often use fear as a way to motivate people. We fear not getting grades if we do not study hard, or fear not being with the class if we are not listening to the teacher, etc. However, if you are truly interested in something then motivation is not needed.

For example, if your goal is to learn how to ski then all you need to do is go outside and try it. If you are interested in science then you should see what is going on at the local science fair, or at the nearest museum or planetarium. Interest can produce learning on a scale compared to fear as a nuclear explosion to a firecracker.

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