Level Of Motivation Research Articles

The Effect of Work Communication, Work Motivation and Work-Life Balance on Employee Performance with Job Satisfaction as an Intervening Variable

This study investigates the impact of work communication, work motivation, and work-life balance on employee performance at Look Beauty Studio Tulungagung, with job satisfaction serving as an intervening variable. Utilizing a quantitative research methodology, data were collected through structured questionnaires distributed to employees. The analysis employed statistical techniques to examine the relationships between the variables. The findings reveal that effective work communication, high levels of work motivation, and a well-maintained work-life balance significantly enhance employee performance. Furthermore, job satisfaction is identified as a crucial mediator in these relationships, indicating that improvements in these areas lead to higher job satisfaction, which in turn boosts overall employee performance. These insights provide valuable implications for managerial strategies aimed at optimizing employee performance through targeted improvements in communication, motivation, and work-life balance.

EVALUATION OF MAINTENANCE EFFECTIVENESS AND HUMAN FACTORS: CASE STUDY OF A RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Maintenance management is an integral part of any organization’s overall commercial process that develops administrative operational value. Thus, the maintenance function is of immense importance to ensure the safety and effective operation of a facility and equipment in compliance with a statutory obligation, to maximize equipment life, and to reduce the risk of failure. However, for maintenance success work planning, the perception of human factors, and the interrelation of workers and groups in any organisation must be understood. This in turn would determine the allocation of maintenance tasks to team members. This research focused on the evaluation of key performance indicators in relation to the maintenance effectiveness of selected equipment, in a research institution. The impact of human factors on the maintenance was also investigated. Key performance indicators such as Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), downtime, repair time, and availability were used to quantitatively evaluate the maintenance effectiveness of the equipment, while the systematic approach to empirical research was used to analyse the effect of human factors on maintenance practices. This study was carried out over a period of 6 months on a 4-tonne hydraulic lift, hydraulic hoist jack lift, tire changing machine, fault diagnostic machine, and computerized alignment gauge. Data collected from the maintenance unit was analysed. A total of 11.92 hours was recorded as the MTTR of the five machines. The machines had a high level of availability and a total downtime of 12.01 hours out of operational time of 2369.8 hours over a period of 6 months. The level of motivation and competence among maintenance personnel was assessed to be very good. This is expected to have contributed largely to the effective maintenance practices of workers in the unit. From this study, it can be deduced that the level of motivation and competence is high among maintenance personnel. In terms of productivity, effectiveness, teamwork, decision-making, execution, safety, and responsiveness, the human factor has been shown to have thrived well. This in turn, stimulated the corresponding increase in the availability of machines over the 6 months- of study.

INTERNAL FACTORS INFLUENCING STUDENTS' SPEAKING ACHIEVEMENT

The purpose of this study was to discover and provide a descriptive description of the internal elements that influence the high speaking achievement of the students. To gain additional knowledge regarding the elements that contribute to the student's high speaking performance, this research utilised a case study approach supported by quantitative and qualitative data. The data resources included two kids from SMKN 8 who had achieved high success in speaking English, their parents, teachers, classmates, and the headmaster of SMKN 8 Makassar. Observation, interviews, inventories, the TOEIC test, and documentation reviews were the instruments that were utilised in this study. Analysis of the data was performed according to its nature. A qualitative analysis was performed on the information gathered through observation, interviews, and the reading of documents. According to the findings, the internal factors that contributed to the student's high achievement were as follows: (a) a highly positive attitude; (b) a high level of motivation; (c) a high level of interest; (d) a learning style that was very high and positive in both visual and auditory terms; (e) a metacognitive learning strategy; (f) a very low level of anxiety; and (g) a high level of English proficiency as well. After considering all of these elements, it became clear that the student's great accomplishment in speaking was unquestionably due to factors that were internal to the kid.

Motivation-oriented factors of women entrepreneurship: mediating role of challenges

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the effect of push, pull, balanced, and emotional factors on the motivational level of female entrepreneurship in Haryana state, India.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative study was conducted in Haryana's five districts among 384 women entrepreneurs using a convenience sampling method with a structured questionnaire. This study used structural equation modeling (SEM) to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe study found that Push, Emotional Factors, and Challenges have a significant impact on the motivational level of women’s entrepreneurship and Challenges only mediate with the Push and Pull factors.Research limitations/implicationsGeneralization of results based on data from a few districts of Haryana state in India. A cross-sectional study was performed as a Longitudinal study helps in analyzing the changing character of women entrepreneurs and the prime reasons behind their success. Non-probability sampling technique was used in the study whereas probability sampling technique promotes reliability and reduces systematic error and sampling bias.Practical implicationsPull factors can be promoted through mentoring, counseling, and entrepreneurship training programs. Creating a conducive external environment with job security and financial support from external agencies is essential. The Government of India should take the necessary steps to reduce the hindrances faced by women entrepreneurship while raising funds through banks and financial institutions.Originality/valueThe study employed a mediating variable, challenges, to investigate the impact of factors on the motivational levels of women entrepreneurs. To the best of our knowledge, this approach has not been utilized in previous research, making the current study a novel contribution to the field.

Motivasi Atlet Putri Floorball Jawa Timur Dalam Menghadapi Kejuaraan Nasional 2024

This research examines female floorball athletes in East Java, where there are annual changes in athletes, with each individual experiencing fluctuations in motivation levels in achieving success. The aim of this research is to determine the level of motivation of East Java female floorball athletes in facing the 2024 national championship and to evaluate the overall level of motivation, as well as the sub-variables of intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation. This research employs a quantitative descriptive approach. The research subjects comprised 25 East Java female floorball athletes who will participate in the national championship. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire consisting of 38 statements, analyzed using descriptive percentages and categorized according to an interval table. The results indicated that the overall level of motivation was good (44%), the level of intrinsic motivation was good (40%), and the level of extrinsic motivation was good (44%). These findings suggest that intrinsic motivation plays a more significant role for athletes. In conclusion, the motivation of East Java female floorball athletes in facing the 2024 national championship is good.

Efektivitas Norm-Referenced Assessment (PAN) dalam Meningkatkan Pemahaman Mata Pelajaran dan Motivasi Siswa: Studi Kasus di SDN 03/III Sungai Deras

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of testing based on norms at SDN 03/III Sungai Deras involving 19 grade V students. The research sample was 19 students in grade V at SDN 03/III Sungai Deras. Data were collected through written tests and motivational questionnaires, then analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired t-tests. Results showed a significant increase in the average written test score from 65 to 78 post-intervention, with a corresponding decrease in standard deviation indicating improved consistency. Similarly, the motivation questionnaire revealed an increase in average scores from 3.2 to 4.1 post-intervention, with improved consistency in motivation levels. Statistical analysis confirmed significant differences between pre-test and post-test scores (t = 5.80, p < 0.05). Discussion underscores the positive impact of norm-referenced assessment on enhancing subject understanding and student motivation, emphasizing its relevance in fostering a competitive yet supportive learning.

Faculty Support as Part of Faculty Strategy on the Academic Motivation of the Working Students

Working students are an important and diverse category within today’s higher education institutions. Part of the strategies necessary for the academic motivation of working students and implicitly the increase of their performance concerns a series of strategies that involve individual, institutional and structural factors. This study investigates the relationship between working students perceptions of faculty support and their overall level of academic motivation (intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation or amotivation) grounded in self-determination theory. The findings indicated that there is a significant positive correlation between faculty support and the overall level of students’ academic motivation. At the same time, the results show that both psychological and functional support, as indicators of faculty support, have strong relationships with different types of academic motivation. In this sense, our results indicate that faculty support for working students has a strong positive relationship with students’ intrinsic academic motivation and respectively a weaker relationship with academic amotivation. These results show that any policy or strategy adopted by faculty decision-makers to help working students improve their academic motivation (performance) must include the provision of support on different dimensions (social, psychological and functional).

PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDY OF AGE CRISES IN CHILDREN’S DEVELOPMENT

The article examines age crises that manifest themselves in children’s mental development. The study showed that one of the criteria for the successful course of the crisis and cognitive development, in general, is the ratio of negative and constructive symptoms. Correlation analysis also revealed some relationships between the psychological characteristics of the crisis and indicators of readiness to learn. The research showed that the obtained data are not unambiguous. Greater expression of adult behaviour corresponds to higher levels of visual linear thinking (p < 0.01) and visual-motor coordination, the ability to move correctly (p < 0.05). Argument is also positively related to imaginative thinking (p < 0.05). The higher the child’s cognitive motivation and ability to concentrate, the more general questions and new topics he has in communication (p <0.05). These contradictions show that constructive, neutral symptoms and an active form of negativism (argument) with a high level of motivation and intellectual preparation serve the normal course of the crisis. Passive forms of negativist behavioural reactions, on the contrary, are more common in children with a low level of speech development.

Effectiveness of Using Mobile Dictionary App to Enhance Vocabulary Knowledge of EFL Learners with Different Level of Motivation

Effectiveness of Using Mobile Dictionary App to Enhance Vocabulary Knowledge of EFL Learners with Different Level of Motivation

Analisis Pengaruh Tingkat Pendidikan dan Motivasi Kerja Terhadap Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Kenagarian Sungai Naniang Kabupaten Lima Puluh Kota

This research is motivated by the fact that the Kenagarian Sungai Naniang community is still not fully experiencing prosperity. Even though the people of Kenagarian Sungai Naniang have sufficient education and very high work motivation, the income they receive is still not sufficient to achieve prosperity. With the education and high work motivation obtained by the community, the community should be able to provide a bridge to get work easily and decently. The aim of this research is to find out how much influence the level of education and work motivation has on the welfare of the Kenagarian Sungai Naniang community. This research uses Quantitative Research methods. Data collected using questionnaire techniques. Respondents in this study were 283 people taken from a population of 3,121 people. The data analysis technique used is a multiple linear regression technique using SPSS. The conclusion is that education and work motivation have a very significant influence on welfare. The results of this research are the determinant coefficient test with a correlation coefficient value of 0.352 and an adjusted Rsquare value of 0.117, so the influence of X is 11.7%.

Foreign language olympiads as a way to increase motivation for its studying in the educational paradigm of higher education

The relevance of the research problem is substantiated by the fact that this procedure creates the basis for developing students’ interest in constant progress in mastering foreign languages (i.e., it increases the level of motivation to learn a foreign language), in systematizing and deepening knowledge of a foreign language. The scope of the research is a consideration and description of the methodology for holding foreign language olympiads as a motivation factor in learning. Thegoal of the research is to prove the positive impact of holding an online Foreign Language Olympiad on motivation in learning a foreign language.The research objectives: to analyze the experience of holding foreign language olympiads, to develop practical advice on the methodology for conducting such procedures. Methods used by the authors to illuminate the stated issues: comparative analysis of sources on the above-mentioned topics, experimental method, statistical mathematical method of data processing – Student's T-test. The results of the research has proved hypothesis about the positive impact of holding olympiads on motivation in learning a foreign language through appropriate scientific research methods. It has been concluded that the results can be recommended as a tool for conducting olympiads of this kind both at the university and at other levels of education.

Healthcare collaboration intervention: Pre-post study

Background: Effective interprofessional collaboration between health professionals is correlated with improving the quality of health services and patient safety, for example, Program Pengendalian Resistensi Antibiotik (PPRA). Objective: This research aims to determine the effect of educational PPRA on the knowledge and motivation of healthcare professionals in interprofessional collaboration practices. Methods: The research is quasi-experimental, with one group pre-post using a knowledge questionnaire (questionnaire 1) and a motivation questionnaire (questionnaire 2). The respondents were health professionals at Husada Utama Hospital. This research involved 74 respondents: two doctors, three pharmacists, 41 nurses, five midwives, ten pharmacist assistants, and 13 laboratory assistants. Results: The analysis of the effect of providing education on health professionals’ knowledge level showed a significant improvement in good categories before and after education, with 55.4% before and 73% after (Sig. = 0.025, p < 0.05). The analysis of the level of motivation showed that moderate categories grew insignificantly before and after education, with 39.19% before and 47.30% after (Sig = 0.599, p > 0.05). Conclusion: This research concluded that PPRA education's effect on health workers' knowledge and motivation in interprofessional collaboration at Husada Utama Hospital has increased knowledge and motivation.

Sex and Age Differences in Ontogeny of Alloparenting: A Relation to Forebrain DRD1, DRD2, and HTR2A mRNA Expression?

Alloparenting refers to the practice of caring for the young by individuals other than their biological parents. The relationship between the dynamic changes in psychological functions underlying alloparenting and the development of specific neuroreceptors remains unclear. Using a classic 10-day pup sensitization procedure, together with a pup preference and pup retrieval test on the EPM (elevated plus maze), we showed that both male and female adolescent rats (24 days old) had significantly shorter latency than adult rats (65 days old) to be alloparental, and their motivation levels for pups and objects were also significantly higher. In contrast, adult rats retrieved more pups than adolescent rats even though they appeared to be more anxious on the EPM. Analysis of mRNA expression using real-time-PCR revealed a higher dopamine D2 receptor (DRD2) receptor expression in adult hippocampus, amygdala, and ventral striatum, along with higher dopamine D1 receptor (DRD1) receptor expression in ventral striatum compared to adolescent rats. Adult rats also showed significantly higher levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 2A (HTR2A) receptor expression in the medial prefrontal cortex, amygdala, ventral striatum, and hypothalamus. These results suggest that the faster onset of alloparenting in adolescent rats compared to adult rats, along with the psychological functions involved, may be mediated by varying levels of dopamine DRD1, DRD2, and HTR2A in different forebrain regions.

Effect of Computer-Assisted Cognitive Remediation Therapy on Cognition among Patients with Schizophrenia: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

In schizophrenia, cognition is closely linked to social competence and influences long-term prognosis. Thus, treatment should target cognitive improvement to enhance the patient's societal adaptation. This study evaluated the effects of computer-assisted cognitive remediation therapy (CR) using RehaCom® on cognition in patients with schizophrenia. Thirty patients were randomized, with 15 assigned to the CR and treatment as usual (TAU) group and 15 to the TAU-alone group. Over 12 weeks, patients received CR twice weekly, including two computer sessions and one verbal session. The outcomes measured were cognition using the Brief Assessment of Cognition in Schizophrenia and Schizophrenia Cognition Rating Scale, intrinsic motivation using the Quality of Life Scale and Intrinsic Motivation Inventory, psychiatric symptoms using the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale, negative symptoms using the Scale for the Assessment of Negative Symptoms, and functional level using the modified Global Assessment of Functioning scale for Functioning. The CR + TAU group demonstrated considerable improvements in cognition, intrinsic motivation, and functional level compared to the TAU-alone group. These findings indicate that the CR using RehaCom® enhances cognition and other outcomes in schizophrenia.

The impact of song-based english lessons in the motivation of efl students

Despite decades of research on the motivational impact of songs in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms, many educators remain unaware of their potential. This study investigates how EFL learners perceive their learning journey when incorporating song-based lessons. Songs are valuable tools for achieving personal and group language learning goals. They offer a multifaceted approach, encompassing cultural immersion, vocabulary acquisition, enhanced listening comprehension, facilitated grammar application, and the sharpening of various language skills – all presented within a rhythmic structure. Recognizing the impact of music on mood and motivation is crucial. Research in this area is essential to understand how specific songs influence motivation levels. By investigating these effects, educators can choose music that optimizes learning environments and supports students in reaching their academic objectives. Songs are powerful tools in EFL classrooms, providing an engaging approach to language learning on multiple levels. Understanding their impact on mood and motivation allows educators to leverage these benefits and enhance the overall learning experience for students.

Motivational Variables as Moderating Effects of a Web-Based Mental Health Program for University Students: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Self-guided web-based interventions have the potential of addressing help-seeking barriers and symptoms common among university students, such as depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, self-guided interventions are also associated with less adherence, implicating motivation as a potential moderator for adherence and improvement for such interventions. Previous studies examining motivation as a moderator or predictor of improvement on web-based interventions have defined and measured motivation variably, producing conflicting results. This secondary analysis of data from a randomized controlled trial aimed to examine constructs of motivation as moderators of improvement for a self-guided 8-week web-based intervention in university students (N=1607). Tested moderators included internal motivation, external motivation, and confidence in treatment derived from the Treatment Motivation Questionnaire. The primary outcome was an improvement in depression and anxiety measured by the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21. Piecewise linear mixed effects models showed that internal motivation significantly moderated symptom change for the intervention group (t1504=-2.94; P=.003) at average and high (+1 SD) motivation levels (t1507=-2.28; P=.02 and t1507=-4.05; P<.001, respectively). Significant results remained even after controlling for baseline severity. The results showed that confidence in treatment did not significantly moderate symptom change for the intervention group (t1504=1.44; P=.15). In this sample, only internal motivation was positively correlated with service initiation, intervention adherence, and intervention satisfaction. The combination of a web-based intervention and high or moderate internal motivation resulted in greater improvement in the total Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21 score. These findings highlight the importance of conceptually differentiating motivation-related constructs when examining moderators of improvement. The results suggest that the combination of a web-based intervention and high or moderate internal motivation results in greater improvement. These findings highlight the importance of conceptually differentiating motivation-related constructs when examining moderators of improvement. To better understand the moderating role of internal motivation, future research is encouraged to replicate these findings in diverse samples as well as to examine related constructs such as baseline severity and adherence. Understanding these characteristics informs treatment strategies to maximize adherence and improvement when developing web-based interventions as well as allows services to be targeted to individuals likely to benefit from such interventions. ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04361045; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04361045.

Relations between motivation, social and emotional learning (SEL), and English learning achievements in Hong Kong primary schools

ABSTRACT Against the backdrop of declining motivation and growing social and emotional challenges in English learning experienced by Hong Kong primary school students, the study aimed to profile an interactive pattern between relevant motivational beliefs (i.e., self-efficacy, interest, and growth mindset), social and emotional learning (SEL) skills and English learning achievements. Data was collected from 913 4th graders with questionnaires and an English test. Results indicated a medium-high level of motivation among the participants, and a high level of self-awareness and social awareness skills but a medium level of self-management and social management skills in terms of SEL. More importantly, structural equation modeling (SEM) analyses confirmed the intricate interplay where the motivational beliefs predicted English learning achievements through the mediation of self-awareness and self-management skills. Our findings also underscore the relatively higher importance of interest and growth mindset than self-efficacy in English learning for young children. Pedagogical implications are discussed.

O-080 The effect of psychosocial support on motivation for assisted reproductive treatments

Abstract Study question Does psychosocial intervention targeting better psychological adjustment increase the likelihood of treatment continuation among women pursuing assisted reproductive technologies (ART)? Summary answer After a psychosocial intervention, a robust amelioration occurred in distress levels, yet no notable change was detected in motivational levels for treatment continuation. What is known already Approximately 20% of patients stop ART treatments prematurely, often after three unsuccessful cycles, even in countries with a public funding of ART, despite a 15% success rate increase per recommended cycle. Emotional distress, poor prognosis, and financial burden are risk factors for early cessation. Since depression has been shown to predict ART discontinuation, it is logical to expect that an alleviation of depression is accompanied by a strengthening of the intention for treatment continuation. Study design, size, duration A prospective, pre-post design, single-centre, interventional cohort study was performed between December, 2019 and October, 2022 (start and end of recruitment, respectively). 2636 patients were approached for study purposes, 610 were assessed for eligibility, and 168 were included in the intervention. With a 8.3% attrition rate, data of 154 patients were analysed in this study, originally a randomized controlled trial, whose data were pooled for the present purposes. Participants/materials, setting, methods Women scoring in mild-to-moderate impairment ranges on four psychological tests were invited to take part in a 10-week, 135-minute/week intervention at the assisted reproduction centre of a large university hospital. Psychological data were collected pre- and post-intervention, alongside demographic and fertility specifics. Perceived probability of treatment continuation in the event of an unsuccessful ART cycle was assessed with a Likert-scale single question at both time points. Multivariate linear models were utilized for statistical analysis. Main results and the role of chance In comparison with baseline values, significant changes in the expected direction occurred in depressive symptoms, anxiety values, infertility-specific stress and fertility-related quality of life (t-values ranging from 6.559 to 7.949; all p-values&amp;lt;0.001). However, neither treatment-related quality of life (t = 0.718; p = 0.474), nor motivational levels for treatment continuation changed significantly (t = 1.058; p = 0.292). Age, however, had a significant main effect on perceived probability of treatment continuation (t = 2.864; p = 0.004). Limitations, reasons for caution Limitations include potential inter-group differences, unmeasured motivational factors, and no male partner data. Biological factors other than age, aetiology and duration of infertility may have confounded study results. Another limitation is the lack of long-term follow-up, given that perceived probability of treatment continuation may not coincide with actual behaviour. Wider implications of the findings Psychosocial interventions are efficient in alleviating distress but these improvements may not directly impact motivational changes. Biological factors such as age may have a more accentuated effect on ART treatment continuation than psychological aspects. Alternative hypotheses on precise determinants and modifiable factors influencing motivation need testing. Trial registration number Not applicable

An Active Learning Approach to Evaluate Networking Basics

Active learning is a paradigm where students take a more active role in their learning process. In this paper, two team-based evaluation activities are established for students according to the principles of active learning in order to assess their knowledge, skills and attitudes. These activities were based on scenarios related to network administration issues, and at a later stage, each team had to make a pitch presentation about what they did and how they did it to address them. Each presentation was rated by all students with a specific construct on a peer review basis, which had previously been validated by a panel of experts. The results obtained revealed quite high values with low variability and an acceptable reliability. Additionally, the level of motivation was also assessed, indicating a high level of motivation while undertaking the activities.

Using evidence‐based decision‐making and cognitive apprenticeship approach to develop students' entrepreneurial mindset

AbstractDeveloping one's entrepreneurial mindset is important for all students, regardless of discipline. Evidence‐based decision‐making (which has the potential to lower costs and improve quality of life) is one approach for applying entrepreneurially minded learning in the undergraduate classroom. This approach allows students to understand trends related to data, in general, and big data, specifically. Furthermore, it better prepares graduates to evaluate and identify effective data science‐based solutions. The purpose of this study is to report on one pedagogical approach to developing the entrepreneurial mindset through integrating evidence‐based decision‐making into the engineering and technology classroom using Microsoft Power BI Desktop (a freely available tool released by Microsoft in September 2013, where “BI” implies Business Intelligence). A mixed methods assessment was conducted including a rubric to measure students' effectiveness in applying the entrepreneurial mindset and a metacognitive reflection to better understand student motivation, awareness of learning, and engagement. First, the rubric was applied, and students were categorized by performance group (e.g., high, mid, low). Second, each performance group was analyzed to identify themes within the reflections. Our findings suggest that students in the high‐performing group communicated overall high levels of motivation, while students in the low‐performing group shared overall moderate levels of motivation. The relationship between performance and motivation among students in the mid‐performing group was inconclusive. Findings from our study suggest that there may be a relationship between students' performance and motivation. The key study implications relate to the use of new literacies, such as technological literacy, data literacy, and human literacy, as practices for promoting the development of an entrepreneurial mindset. Our findings suggest that our approach was effective in accomplishing this goal, but there is also room for improvement. Lessons learned and recommendations are provided.