Boosting Motivation Through Storytelling

“Alright, welcome back! Today we’re doing some Minecraft parkour while talking about

how narratives and storytelling boost student motivation. Let’s get into it while we jump.

First: why motivation matters. Intrinsic motivation is when you do something because you enjoy

it—like playing Minecraft just for fun. Extrinsic is when you do it for a

reward. When students are motivated, class feels better, discussions are

stronger, and honestly—teachers have an easier time. So what helps? Easy: teachers interacting

with students, keeping lessons interesting, rethinking the old syllabus,

and building a positive classroom vibe. Clean jump—nice. Now let’s talk narratives. Stories humanize