Multiple Pathways to Success: An Examination of Integrative Motivational Profiles Among Upper Elementary and College Students.

ABSTRACT: Two studies were conducted with distinct samples to investigate how motivational beliefs cohere and function together (i.e., motivational profiles) and predict academic adjustment. Integrating across motivational theories, participants (N _{Study 1} = 160 upper elementary students; N _{Study 2} = 325 college students) reported on multiple types of motivation (achievement goals, task value, perceived competence) for schooling more generally (Study 1) and in science (Study 2). Three profiles characterized by Moderate-High All, Intrinsic and Confident, and Average All motivation were identified in both studies. Profiles characterized by Very High All motivation (Study 1) and Moderate Intrinsic and Confident (Study 2) were also present.

SUBMITTER: Linnenbrink-Garcia L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6220891 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature