You may want to conduct your own study by considering the children at Millhopper Montessori School. Intrinsic motivation is the innate desire that drives the child to engage in an activity for enjoyment and satisfaction. These ground rules are internalized, enabling the student to function with or without the presence of the external authority. Students are confident using the knowledge and skills, they have acquired to express their own ideas and creativity. They recognize the value of their own ideas, respect the creative process of others and are willing to share.
Students find joy and satisfaction in self-expression.
Social responsibility requires the awareness that one's actions impact the welfare of the group and that one cannot attain complete independence and autonomy until one contributes constructively in a group process. Individuals are able to make a positive contribution to their community and groups within that community. Academic preparation entails providing students with skills that allow them to become independently functioning adults and life-long learners. As students master one level of academic skills they are able to go further and apply themselves to increasingly challenging materials across various academic disciplines. Students recognize that there is always room to grow in their abilities to read, write, speak, and think clearly and thoughtfully.