Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Claudia Hannah University of Phoenix Online MADL 117C - EDTC 560 Applications of Multimedia and Web Page Design May 19, 2004
Target Audience College students studying in field of education Age range 18 and over Diverse cultures Diverse backgrounds and experience Male and female
Maslow’s Theory “We each have a hierarchy of needs that ranges from "lower" to "higher." As lower needs are fulfilled there is a tendency for other, higher needs to emerge.” Daniels, 2004
Maslow’s Theory Maslow’s theory maintains that a person does not feel a higher need until the needs of the current level have been satisfied. Maslow's basic needs are as follows:
Basic Human Needs Food Air Water Clothing Sex Physiological Needs
Safety Needs Protection Stability Pain Avoidance Routine/Order Safety and Security Protection Stability Pain Avoidance Routine/Order Safety Needs
Love and Belonging Affection Acceptance Inclusion Social Needs
Esteem Esteem Needs Self-Respect Self-Esteem Respected by Others
Self-Actualization Achieve full potential Fulfillment
Meeting Needs in the Classroom As educators, it is our responsibility to meet the five basic levels of needs in the classroom. Implementation strategies include:
Implementing in the Classroom Self-Actualization Provide challenges Encourage autonomy Esteem Feedback Acknowledge success Social Introductions Interact with students Inclusive activities Safety Maintain a safe and non-threatening atmosphere Create a comfortable environment Physiological Room temperature Pacing/Breaks
Self-Actualization Summary Esteem Belonging Physiological Safety
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