A Study Comparing Intrinsic Motivation and Opinions on Learning Science (Grades 6) and Taking the International Pisa Test (Grade 9)
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22042159 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Moonika Teppo (0000-0003-2430-2233, University of Tartu, corresponding author), Regina Soobard (0000-0002-9795-7719, University of Tartu), Miia Rannikmäe (0000-0001-7265-3009, University of Tartu) |
| Year | 2021 |
| Volume | 11 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 14 |
| Publication date | 2021-01-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Education Sciences (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2227-7102 • E-ISSN: 2227-7102 |
| Publisher | MDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT) |
| DOI | 10.3390/educsci11010014 |
| OpenAlex | W3119328558 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 34 |
Research findings indicate a decline in students’ motivation towards science learning through grade levels. However, there is a lack of studies investigating students’ motivation comparing learning between science subjects and at different school levels. Using self-determination theory as a framework, this study compares perceived changes in intrinsic motivation and student opinions on the relevance of learning science themes among students in grades 6 and 9 (the end of compulsory schooling). To explore such learning, a multidimensional validated instrument is developed and used to collect empirical data from 2673 grade 6 students and 848 grade 9 students. Results from this research indicate statistically significant subject differences regarding sub-components of intrinsic motivation and a declining trend in students’ opinions on the sub-scales of relevance for learning science themes with age. The results further indicate that grade 6 students report significantly higher science-related intrinsic motivation compared with grade 9 students. Suggestions and implications for practice and the potential impact on PISA science studies are discussed
Empirical research · Goal theory · Intrinsic motivation · Mathematics education · Motivation to learn · Science education · Science learning · Education, Achievement, and Giftedness · Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods · Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports · Psychology · Social Psychology
Self-Determination Theory
Motivating Students to Learn
Attitudes towards science
Interest, motivation and attitude towards science and technology at K-12 levels
The Development of Academic Self-Regulation
The meaning of ‘relevance’ in science education and its implications for the science curriculum
Interest Matters
The role of cognitive engagement in classroom learning and motivation
Classrooms
Expectancy–Value Theory of Achievement Motivation
Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being
Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being
An Investigation of the Relationship between Students' Motivation and Academic Performance as Mediated by Effort
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivations
Making Learning Personally Meaningful
Perceived Self-Efficacy in Cognitive Development and Functioning
| Citations per year | 0.6 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2021 - 2025 (5) |
| Highly cited | No |