Abstract
In a fast-evolving world, fostering student engagement is crucial for lifelong success. This article, the third in a series, examines how engagement nurtured in K-12 education extends into higher education and the workplace, where it remains essential for growth and fulfillment. Student engagement, framed through Amy Berry’s continuum of participation, investment, and driving, provides a roadmap that extends beyond school. In college, autonomy and mentorship fuel deeper engagement, while in the workplace, engaged employees demonstrate enhanced creativity, productivity, and leadership. Drawing from Deci and Ryan’s work on self-direction and Grant’s insights on workplace innovation, the article explores how autonomy and flow states contribute to sustained engagement. Ultimately, engaged individuals positively impact their communities and adapt to lifelong learning, ready to navigate challenges. By supporting engagement at every stage, educators and employers help build a foundation for meaningful, lifelong growth.
Recommended Citation
Matera, Bryan
(2024)
"Enhancing Student Engagement Part III: The Power of Student Engagement Beyond the Classroom,"
Essays in Education: Vol. 30:
Iss.
2, Article 12.
Available at:
https://openriver.winona.edu/eie/vol30/iss2/12
Primary Author Bio Sketch
Bryan Matera is an associate professor at Winona State University. His educational research interests include, the climate and culture of schools, instructional and student-centered best practices, the Gradual Release of Responsibility, and visible learning.
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