Visual Activities and difficulties with Motivation

Remember, disability is a highly individualised experience. People with the same disability may have very different capabilities and/or needs, so it is always best to discuss any adaptations to practice, the environment or equipment directly with the disabled person themselves rather than making assumptions about what adjustments may be suitable.

Some students will be naturally enthusiastic about learning, but others may need, or expect, their tutors to inspire, challenge, and stimulate them. Whatever level of motivation the student brings to the learning environment, will be increased or decreased depending on what happens within the environment. There are many factors that can affect student's motivation to work and learn, including: interest in the subject matter, perception of its usefulness, general desire to achieve, self-confidence and self-esteem, as well as patience and persistence. Some students may also be affected by prescribed medication that they may need to take to treat a medical condition. Some medication can affect concentration or make students feel excessively tired. In addition, not all students are motivated by the same values, needs, desires or wants. Some will be motivated by the approval of others and some by the desire to overcome their learning challenges. 

Difficulties associated specifically with motivation are unlikely to have a significant impact on visual learning activities per se; on the contrary, many students are far more engaged by use of visually stimulating materials in teaching rather by listening or reading.

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