Facilitating Student Motivation and Engagement in the Remote Learning Environment

Abstract

While the use of technology in the education industry is growing, educators need to ensure that students with disabilities can navigate and functionally engage with technology tools. Additionally, students with disabilities will need to be motivated and engaged to succeed in the remote learning environment. This chapter provides many strategies for educators to utilize in their practice when teaching students with disabilities how to interact and use technology in the remote learning environment. Lastly, this chapter offers educators a range of tactics that may be incorporated into instruction to establish student motivation and engagement in the remote learning environment.