Stages-of-learning motivation: Development and validation of a measure
Journal
Journal of Applied Social Psychology
ISSN
0021-9029
ISSN-Digital
1559-1816
Type
journal article
Date Issued
2004-08-01
Author(s)
Cole, Michael
;
Harris, Stanley G.
;
Feild, Hubert S.
Abstract
Prochaska and colleagues'(e.g., Prochaska, DiClemente, & Norcross, 1992) stages-of-change theory was employed in the current study to reconceptualize the assessment of motivation to learn. We used the stages-of-change framework to develop and test a multidimensional measure of learning motivation using 3 independent samples. The pattern of relationships among the learning stages and learning criteria provided strong support for the appropriateness of using a stage-based perspective to frame learning motivation. In addition, hierarchical regression analysis showed that the Stages of Learning Motivation Inventory (SOLMI) explained variance in the criteria (e.g., exam average, class satisfaction) beyond controls and a commonly used measure of learning motivation. Implications for practice and future research are discussed.
Language
English
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
Publisher
Bellwether
Publisher place
Columbia, Md.
Volume
34
Number
7
Start page
1421
End page
1456
Pages
36
Subject(s)
Division(s)
Eprints ID
19801
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