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Comments on Motivation in Real-Life, Dynamic, and Interactive Learning Environments
- Source :
- European Psychologist; January 2004, Vol. 9 Issue: 4 p257-263, 7p
- Publication Year :
- 2004
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Abstract
- Articles published in this special section report state-of-the-art research on motivation and related constructs by studying learners in authentic and dynamic situations. Each research team demonstrates the value of using multiple methodologies. I draw out four themes that illuminate critical issues in this area of research: First, learners hold multiple goals simultaneously. Second, holding multiple goals affords opportunities for self-regulation. Third, goals and motivation evolve over time, although we know little about the trajectory of this process. Fourth, investigations that adopt multiple methodologies create opportunities to accelerate progress in the field. I also offer an alternative interpretive stance, a cognitive one, for theorizing about these constructs. I attempt to stimulate alternative but not antithetical views for future research about motivational constructs and their relations to learners' participation in classroom activities and achievements.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10169040 and 1878531X
- Volume :
- 9
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- European Psychologist
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- ejs8549930
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1027/1016-9040.9.4.257