<![CDATA[Objective: This study explores the implementation of teachers' personal approaches in improving the motivation of grade XI students at SMA 3 Probolinggo. It aims to investigate how personal approaches are applied in teacher-student interactions, identify the strategies used to enhance student motivation, and examine the challenges encountered during the process. Method: A qualitative descriptive approach was employed in this research. Data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The participants consisted of teachers and grade XI students who were directly involved in classroom and school activities where personal approaches were practiced. Triangulation was used to ensure the validity of the data. Results: The findings revealed that the implementation of personal approaches by teachers significantly influenced students' motivation. Approximately 80% of the students reported feeling more appreciated and motivated when teachers provided individualized attention. Strategies such as positive reinforcement, adapting teaching materials to student needs, and empathetic communication were commonly employed by teachers. However, challenges such as limited time, large class sizes, and varying student learning preferences posed difficulties in consistent implementation. Novelty: This study contributes to the growing body of literature on student motivation by emphasizing the role of teacher-student interpersonal relationships in Indonesian senior secondary schools. Unlike previous studies that focused broadly on motivational strategies, this research highlights the specific impact of personal approaches and proposes the integration of interpersonal skill development in teacher training programs.]]>
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