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Intrinsic Motivation, Self-Efficacy and Teacher Evolved Method.

Irndhaya Mary, S. M.
ABSTRACT
The teaching–learning process is greatly influenced by psychological factors that shape both teacher performance and student outcomes. This study examines the relationship between intrinsic motivation, self-efficacy, and teacher-evolved methods in classroom instruction. Intrinsic motivation, which drives teachers to engage in their profession for internal satisfaction and personal growth, enhances creativity and commitment in pedagogical practices. Self-efficacy strengthens teachers’ belief in their ability to plan, organize, and execute effective teaching strategies. When combined, these factors encourage teachers to develop innovative, context-specific methods that cater to learners’ needs. The paper explores how teacher-evolved methods emerge from reflective practice, autonomy, and continuous professional development. The findings highlight that highly motivated and self-efficacious teachers are more likely to adopt flexible, student-centred approaches, leading to improved engagement and academic achievement. Implications for professional development and institutional support are also discussed.
Keywords: Intrinsic Motivation, Self-Efficacy, Teaching Methods, Classroom Learning, Educational Psychology
This is an Open Access Research distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any Medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
How to cite this article: Irndhaya Mary, S. M. (2019). Intrinsic motivation, self-efficacy and teacher evolved method. Indian Educational Researcher, 12(1), 42–46.
Received: March 28, 2019; Revision Received: April 12, 2019; Accepted: June 2, 2019.