Positive Motivation Research Articles

Relationship between parental motives, sense of meaning in life and well-being. The moderating role of the centrality of religiosity

In the contemporary world, one may notice that people tend to postpone their decision on having a child. A question arises what really motivates people to become a parent and increase their satisfaction with life. An attempt was made to assess the relation between childbearing motives and the sense of meaning in life and well-being as well as the potential influence of religiosity on them. The dissertation discussed the theoretical aspects of childbearing motives, the meaning in life, religiosity, well-being and their interconnectedness in the previous research. The study involved 248 respondents at the age from 19 to 63. Three research hypotheses were made: H1. Positive childbearing motives have a positive correlation with the sense of meaning in life and well-being; H2. Centrality of religiosity serves a moderating role in the relation between positive childbearing motives and the sense of meaning in life and well-being, and H3. Negative childbearing motives do not have a major correlation with the sense of meaning in life and well-being. The first and third hypotheses were partially confirmed. People characterized by positive childbearing motives felt a higher sense of meaning while centrality of religiosity served a moderating role in the relation in question. The second hypothesis was proved. The study suggests that religiosity can serve as the resource thanks to which people are able to give meaning to parenthood. The dissertation indicated the directions of further research and practical implications.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTRINSIC LEARNING MOTIVATION AND STUDENTS LEARNING ACHIEVEMENTS IN NURSING ASSISTANT DEPARTMENT AT VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 8 BATAM

Intrinsic learning motivation is a strong drive or desire that comes from within a person to achieve optimal learning achievement from within themselves. Students will be more enthusiastic and responsible for the learning activities they participate in, which can be beneficial for their needs in achieving satisfactory learning achievement. This study aims to determine the relationship between intrinsic learning motivation and learning achievement in students majoring in Nursing Assistant at SMK Negeri 8 Batam. This study uses a cross-sectional method. The number of samples in this study was 91 students majoring in Nursing Assistant with a technique of total sampling. The research results showed that univariate analysis of the frequency of high intrinsic learning motivation was obtained by 40 students (43.9%), results of the frequency of student achievement increasing were obtained by 52 students (57.1%), and students who have high intrinsic learning motivation with increasing learning achievement are 31 students (34.1%). Meanwhile, bivariate analysis use Chi Square shows a p-value of 0.007 < 0.05, meaning that there is a significant relationship between positive intrinsic learning motivation and student achievement in the Nursing Assistant Department of SMK Negeri 8 Batam. Students are advised to be more active in asking questions during the teaching and learning process and to independently repeat the lessons they have learned to prepare for the exam.

ОРГАНІЗАЦІЯ ОСВІТНЬОЇ ТЕХНОЛОГІЇ ФОРМУВАННЯ У ПІДЛІТКІВ ПОЗИТИВНОЇ МОТИВАЦІЇ ДО ЗАНЯТЬ ФІЗИЧНОЮ КУЛЬТУРОЮ

The article is devoted to the problem of organization educational technology for the formation of positive motivation for physical education among adolescents. The socio-economic changes taking place in our country and abroad put forward new requirements for educational theory and practice in the field of preparing the younger generation for life and work in the context of European integration partnerships. The problem of forming motivations for learning, including physical education, is becoming particularly relevant today. The special principles of the projective development of educational technology for the formation of positive motivation in adolescents for systematic physical education are defined and characterized An innovative educational technology for the formation of positive motivation in teenagers for systematic physical education. Along with the issues of forming teenagers’ motivation to study, it is also necessary to resolve the issue of forming the need for independent and systematic physical education based on the creation of ideas about a healthy lifestyle.

ПІДГОТОВКА ВИКЛАДАЧІВ ПРОФЕСІЙНО-ХУДОЖНІХ ДИСЦИПЛІН В УКРАЇНІ: ПРОФЕСІЙНО-ПЕДАГОГІЧНИЙ АСПЕКТ

Despite military aggression from Russia, Ukraine continues actively develop professional and pedagogical training, which is an important factor in improving the quality of education and professional growth of teachers. Professional and pedagogical training plays a key role in ensuring the quality of education and professional development of teachers. It forms pedagogical competences, provides teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective work with students, including teaching methods, planning and management. Thanks to it, teachers learn the basics of pedagogical ethics and moral values, which helps to create a healthy learning atmosphere and promote the harmonious development of students’ personalities. Methodology. Professional training in higher education institutions is carried out according to various organizational forms, models, systems and programs, the main purpose of which is the formation of positive motivation and involvement in active educational and cognitive activities, which is the basis of the professional self-development of the future specialist. Therefore, the purpose of our study is to analyze modern approaches to the professional and pedagogical training of teachers of professional and artistic disciplines in Ukraine. To identify key problems and challenges in the field of training teachers of artistic disciplines. Outline the main directions and methods that ensure high-quality training of specialists in the field of art teaching. To investigate the role of pedagogical education in the formation of competences of teachers of professional and artistic disciplines. To propose ways of improving the system of training of pedagogical personnel to increase the level of teaching of artistic disciplines. Results. Thanks to professional and pedagogical training, teachers can update their knowledge about modern teaching methods, pedagogical technologies and approaches to education. Professional and pedagogical training allows for a deeper mastering of specific disciplines, which enables teachers to impart special knowledge at a high professional level. In general, professional and pedagogical training is the basis for the creation of qualified and competent teachers, which contributes to the improvement of the quality of education and the success of students in their studies. In our study, we consider the professional and pedagogical training of teachers of professional and artistic disciplines, which is aimed at the formation of pedagogical personnel who have the theory and practice of teaching fine arts in general education, specialized and higher educational institutions, as well as in the system of additional education. Key words: professional and pedagogical training, teachers of professional and artistic disciplines, institutions of higher education, competence, knowledge, skills.

Acceptance Towards COVID-19 Vaccination in Breast Cancer Patients: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study in A Tertiary Care Hospital of Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Objective: To determine the level of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among patients diagnosed with breast cancer. Study Design: Analytical cross-sectional. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Breast Cancer Outpatient Department located in a tertiary care hospital in Rawalpindi, Pakistan from Nov 2021 to Jul 2022. Methodology: Validated questionnaire was used to collect data from patients diagnosed with breast cancer. Sample size of n=134 was attained using non-probability consecutive sampling. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 22. A p-value of <0.05 was taken as significant. Outcome assessed was whether breast cancer patient’s personal level of knowledge, mindset, motivation, and concerns towards getting about COVID-19 vaccination helped or hindered their acceptance of COVID-19 vaccination. Results: COVID-19 vaccine acceptance was found among 124(92.5%) breast cancer patients. Social media and means of mass communication such as television were significant sources of information for COVID-19 related vaccine information (p<0.05). A strong positive correlation was found between Total Vaccine Acceptance Score with domains of Knowledge (r=0.353, p<0.000), Mindset (r=0.662, p< 0.000), Motivation (r=0.780, p< 0.000) and Concerns (r=0.800, p< 0.000). Higher awareness with positive motivators and mindset of participants lead to greater acceptance of COVID-19 vaccines despite breast cancer diagnosis. Conclusion: High vaccine acceptance was found among breast cancer patients. High scores of COVID-19 disease knowledge, positive mindset and high motivation towards COVID-19 vaccines leading to a higher overall vaccine acceptance.

Proactive personality and its impact on online learning engagement through positive emotions and learning motivation

The rapid change in information technology has made online or blended learning a new norm in higher education. However, the problem of low student engagement in online learning is becoming more prominent. This study explores how college students’ proactive personality affects their online learning engagement through the mediating effects of positive emotions and learning motivation. A survey was conducted on college students (N = 1049), and the interrelationships among these variables were analyzed using structural equation modeling. The findings unveiled that: proactive personality positively predicts online learning engagement, positive emotions and learning motivation. Positive emotions and learning motivation significantly positively influence online learning engagement. Moreover, Positive emotions also exert a significant positive impact on learning motivation. In addition, the mediation of positive emotions and learning motivation further strengthened a significant positive correlation between proactive personality and online learning engagement. Implications for theory and practice, including the limitations, were discussed accordingly.

Motherhood in the Making: Key Determinants of Parenthood Motivation in Young Adult Women

Background: Demographic changes are often prone to purely social perspectives, while individual differences are overlooked. This research examines the role of attachment and emotional intelligence in childbearing motivation. Methods: In total, 234 female students participated in an online survey, including sociodemographic data, adult attachment, emotional competencies, and parenting-related variables. Results: Statistical analyses revealed that the students express positive and negative childbearing motivation almost equally and moderately. They were both linked to religiosity and emotional management. We further explore the differences in relationship status and address the role of religious beliefs. The demographic measures identified as most important include healthcare availability for both mother and child, subsidizing housing loans or rent, and encouraging fathers to become more actively involved in the care of infants. Conclusion: These emerging trends deserve further investigation and social incentives.

The effect of gamified project-based learning with AIGC in information literacy education

ABSTRACT The emergence of artificial intelligence has necessitated a transformation in pedagogical methodologies. This study evaluated the integration of gamified project-based learning (GPBL) and artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) tools in enhancing information literacy education. The primary objectives were to explore the relationship among students’ learning experiences, information literacy, creativity, and engagement in an integrated learning environment. Using an explanatory sequential design with surveys and interviews, first-year university students (n = 36) from the School of Art and Design participated. Results indicated that students perceived moderately high levels of engagement(3.72) and creativity(4.11) during the GPBL activities, with positive emotions contributing significantly to motivation. Moreover, information literacy skills have substantially improved, such as in information retrieval, using AIGC tools, and understanding the ethical aspects of AI technology. A process model illustrated how positive emotions, motivation, creativity, engagement, and information literacy were linked in a GPBL-incorporating AI setting.

The Factors Influencing Normal Childbirth Among Midwives Providing National Health Insurance Services in Tabanan Regency

Childbirth assisted by network midwives under the National Health Insurance (NHI) is expected to reduce maternal mortality in Tabanan Regency, but low utilization remains a challenge. This study aims to identify factors influencing normal childbirth at NHI network midwives in Tabanan Regency. An exploratory qualitative study was conducted in June 2024. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 11 informants, including midwives, the Head of the Midwives Professional Organization (IBI), representatives from the District Health Office, Social Security Agency (BPJS) Health, and mothers using delivery services in midwives were selected using purposive sampling. The data were analyzed thematically. Network midwives in the NHI scheme demonstrated strengths such as positive attitudes, high motivation, and adequate skills. They also received support from professional organizations, inter-professional collaboration, and government policies, and were trusted by the community. However, challenges include a lack of information about NHI, a limited understanding of administrative procedures, low claim rates, and complex bureaucracy. The positive attitudes, motivation, and skills are strengths of network midwives, but poor knowledge of NHI procedures and low claim rates hinder service utilization. Recommended efforts include improving midwife competencies, strengthening inter-professional collaboration, utilizing social media for education, and reviewing delivery tariffs regularly.

Exploring the factors affecting career progression in informal faculty mentoring sessions within mentor and mentee relationships: a qualitative study

BackgroundMentoring plays a pivotal role in mentees’ professional advancement. However, the factors that affect career progression in informal mentoring relationships, especially with respect to faculty members, have not been extensively explored. This study aimed to explore the factors that affect career progression in informal faculty mentorings within mentor and mentee relationships.MethodologyA Qualitative Exploratory Study was designed and conducted from May to October 2023. Faculty members with informal mentoring relationships were recruited through purposive sampling. Seven faculty mentors and eight faculty mentees from various institutions participated in the study. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect data, which were audio-recorded and verbatim transcribed. The transcripts were then analysed using NVivo Software and coded. Braun and Clark’s framework was used for the thematic analysis. The study adhered to the COREQ (Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research) checklist to ensure comprehensive and transparent reporting of the qualitative research process.ResultsA total of 76 codes emerged which were classified into six themes: (1) an ideal mentee, (2) an ideal mentor, (3) factors promoting the relationship, (4) the role of gender, (5) factors deteriorating the relationship, (6) overcoming barriers / trust-building strategies. Within each theme, mentor–mentee needs and behaviours were identified, which could lead to positive or deteriorating outcomes.ConclusionFactors affecting career progression in informal faculty mentoring sessions include mentees' positive mindset, internal motivation and clarity of vision, mentors' skills, reputation, and role modelling. Effective communication, trust, respect, and clear goals are also essential. Challenges, such as busy schedules, cross-gender mentoring, and societal biases, affect these relationships. Overcoming these barriers involves sharing experiences, psychosocial support, empathy, active listening, and feedback.

Educating youth who don’t have a place to sleep

Because housing instability can make it difficult for students to attend school, students experiencing homelessness (SEH) may become chronically absent. For this reason, SEH have lower graduation rates than their housed counterpants. Germany’s second-chance schools give students an opportunity to catch up on their learning so they can take final exams and earn diplomas. Kerri Tobin and Matthias Fischer studied 12 second-chance schools and found that they hold to four basic principles to counter the consequences of irregular attendance: low barriers, flexibility, a needs orientation, and positive motivation. While some of these principles may be difficult to implement in traditional U.S. and German schools, educators can adopt a more positive and compassionate attitude to encourage students to continue attending school, even when it’s difficult.

Correlates of using behavioural sciences to design health promotion interventions and programs

Abstract Background The World Health Organization highlighted the need to better integrate behavioural science in the field of public health. Based on the theoretical domains framework, this study examined correlates of public health practitioners’ use of behavioural science principles to plan public health actions aim at promoting physical activity and healthy eating. Methods This study adopted a cross-sectional design. A convenience sample of 160 public health practitioners were recruited from different public health agencies (non-profit organizations, governmental and para-governmental agencies). They were asked to complete a survey questionnaire online and self-reported their use of behavioural science to plan health promotion interventions. Regression analyses were conducted to examine correlates of behaviour and behavioural intentions. All analyses were controlled for sex, number of years of experience in public health and the type of organization they work for. Results Skills (OR = 4.1, 95%CI: 1.3, 13.5) and intentions/goals (OR = 9.2, 95%CI: 2.3, 36.1) were the two domains significantly associated with the use of behavioural science. Perceived capacity to overcome the fact that none of their colleagues rely on behavioural sciences in their organization (OR = 7.2, 95%CI: 1.7, 30.3) was also associated with behaviour. Knowledge (OR = 8.6, 95%CI: 1.9, 39.1) and beliefs about consequences (OR = 4.0, 95%CI: 1.1, 14.7) were in turn associated with intentions/goals. Conclusions This unique study provides important insights for the development of future knowledge transfer activities aim at supporting positive attitudes and motivations toward the use of behavioural science as well as developing competencies and a normative use of behavioural science. The development of a strong knowledge basis would also need to be a core component of trainings to support the integration of behavioural science in public health to design physical active lifestyles and healthy eating interventions. Key messages • Increasing knowledge and skills in behavioural sciences is a key for a better integration in public health practices. • Changes in norms and attitudes toward the use of behavioural sciences will also support a better uptake.

Self-Regulation of Internet Behaviors on Social Media Platforms

The current research sought a comprehensive understanding about the consequences of information-sharing behavior on social media, given public concerns about privacy violations. We used a mixed-methods approach to investigate the influence of the self on “revealing” and emotional “healing” experiences online. Respondents completed a survey measuring sense of self and motivations for using social media, as well as revealing and healing attitudes and behavior. We conducted a principal component factor analysis on separate parts of the survey and ran Pearson correlations of the emerging factors. Qualitative data describing experiences of online self-disclosure were used to illustrate the correlational findings. The “revealing” factors contrasted adaptive with maladaptive and naïve posting. The sense of self, as well as motivations for social media use, influenced whether users engaged in destructive posting behaviors. The “healing” factors were associated with positive motivations for self-disclosure, seeking a supportive online community, and building resilience. Correlational data revealed that respondents with an insecure or asocial sense of self felt the greater need for online self-disclosure. Motivations to self-disclose online and experiences of “healing”, with the help of a supportive online community, depended on whether the sense of self was secure, insecure, or asocial.

Prospective examination of how alcohol consumption might drive changes in urgency and drinking motives over the first year of college

Objective: Negative and positive urgency are risk factors for alcohol escalation during college, partly through increasing motives for alcohol use, which then contribute to subsequent drinking. Research has focused on the causal direction from trait to motives to alcohol consumption. The current study conducted an initial test of how alcohol use might drive changes in urgency, and subsequent changes in motives over the first year of college. Participants: 418 first-year college students (Mage = 18.16, 73.7% female, 86.5% White) were sampled at three timepoints. Methods: Mediation models were used to test hypotheses. Results: Alcohol use at baseline predicted increased enhancement motives through increased positive urgency (B = .0028, 95% CI [.0000, .0007]). Alcohol use at baseline did not predict coping motives through changes in negative urgency (B = .0002, 95% CI [-0.0020, .0030]). Conclusions: Changes in positive urgency and enhancement motives secondary to alcohol use appear to occur early in one’s drinking history, making them prime targets for early prevention strategies.

Toward diversification of acute stressors and precision stress research: A stage 2 Registered Report validating a reward-salient stress task in emerging adults.

Stress is one of, if not the, most ubiquitously studied risk factor across the health sciences. This is unlikely to change given that the primary drivers of mortality and disability are chronic, stress-mediated illnesses (often highly comorbid with psychopathology). We argue that an important limitation of stress research is the consistency with which the Trier Social Stress Test is used when the research questions are not specific to social stress. We advocate for precision stress research using qualitatively different stressors to facilitate exploration of how different types of stressors might differentially impact health outcomes, including psychopathology. This registered report validates a reward-salient stress task (a modified Anger Incentive Delay Task) in a sample of 101 emerging adults, over half of whom reported clinically relevant anxiety, hypo/mania, depression, and/or suicidal ideation, who participated in a study between 2020 and 2022. This task involves teaching participants a game where they can win money. Part way through, the "goal frustration" condition changes the rules such that correct responses to trials with anticipatory stimuli indicating the possibility to win money actually lose money on 56% of trials despite visual feedback indicating that responses were successful. Results consistently indicated that the Anger Incentive Delay Task successfully reduced positive emotions and motivation and increased negative emotions. The magnitude of these responses was predicted by individual differences in reward and punishment sensitivity. Given the breadth of psychopathologies that share both (a) stress and (b) reward and punishment sensitivity as risk factors, a reward-salient acute stress task is an important tool for precision psychopathology research. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

From Boring Tests to Engaging Adventures: A Game-Based Learning Approach in LMS

The paper explores a game-based approach to language placement tests within Learning Management Systems (LMS), addressing issues of incorrect course placement and student disengagement. By gamifying assessments, the initiative aims to create a motivational and playful environment that accurately estimates students' language skills. The game design is guided by player type models and motivational frameworks, ensuring an engaging experience that caters to diverse player motivations. The game, "Journey to Mars," is set in a science fiction environment and uses multimedia elements and interactive modules to integrate educational content seamlessly. Methods for game analysis were adopted to create a gamified placement test in three steps. First, we adopted the basic game structure from the goals of the placement test. Second, we created plot points and settings and derived certain style and interface elements to create a coherent gaming environment. Third, we enriched the gaming experience with additional elements like badges and secret elements. The development process involved utilizing the ILIAS LMS tools, generative AI for content creation, and implementing progressive difficulty and feedback systems to enhance the educational value. Initial feedback indicates positive engagement and motivation among students.

Relationship between positive emotion and learning motivation: The mediating role of resilience and the moderating role of social support

Relationship between positive emotion and learning motivation: The mediating role of resilience and the moderating role of social support

Determining factors of university students' binge-watching attitudes

Binge-watching (BW), defined as watching multiple episodes of a series or program in a single sitting, is recognized as a new and widespread form of viewing, especially with online streaming services. This study investigates the factors determining university students' binge-watching attitudes and the relationship of these factors with demographic characteristics. Data were collected using a survey adapted from the "Watching TV Series Motives Questionnaire (WTSMQ)" and the "Binge-Watching Engagement and Symptoms Questionnaire (BWESQ)" developed by Flayelle and colleagues (2019). The survey was conducted online with the participation of 636 university students to evaluate participants' motivations for watching internet series, their BW attitudes, and the relationship of these behaviors with demographic factors such as age, gender, and education level. The results demonstrate that students' BW behavior is strongly associated with positive motivations such as ease of access, entertainment, and social interaction. Specifically, a significant positive correlation between entertainment motivation and BW behavior was found (r = .240, p > .01). Additionally, it was determined that female students exhibit significantly higher BW behavior compared to male students, and BW attitudes/behaviors decrease with increasing age and education level. Participants who have never worked show more BW behavior compared to those who have worked or are currently working.

CONTEXTUAL DISTANCE TEACHING TO IMPROVE TOURIST DRIVERS' ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXPRESSION

This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of Contextual Distance Teaching (CDT) in improving driver’s English language expression and enhancing motivation, while also evaluating its significant influence on their English proficiency. Utilizing an action research approach conducted via the WhatsApp online platform, this study engaged 10 tourist drivers associated with the Bali Transport group, aged between 22 and 50. The study comprised two cycles, each consisting of three sessions. Data collection involved administering tests and questionnaires, including pretest, post-test 1, and post-test 2. Analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and paired sample t-tests. The initial findings indicate that CDT effectively enhances the language expression of drivers in service-related contexts. The average pretest score, initially categorized as "poor" at 39, improved to 65 in post-test 1 and further increased to 75.8 in post-test 2, now categorized as "fair.", The main score of the questionnaire was 4.4 of 0-5 Likert scale implying the drivers had positive motivation and perception on the strategy apllied. The second statistic finding indicated a significant difference in the mean between the pre-test (Sig. and the post-test 1 (0.000 < 0.05) and post-test 2 (0.000 < 0.05). This study suggests that the implementation of CBT has a positive influence on reducing the number of language expression errors made by drivers as adult learners, leading to better English proficiency.

Positive and Negative Pathways Linking Depressive Symptoms to Problematic Alcohol Use Among Argentinian College Students: An Examination of Positive and Negative Urgency Traits and Internal Drinking Motives

ABSTRACT Growing evidence suggests the tendency to act rashly under positive and negative emotions and affect-related drinking motives connect symptoms of mood disorders with alcohol-related problems. However, studies examining this sequence are scarce in Latin-American samples. The present study evaluated, in Argentinian college students (n = 403; 68.2% women; Mage = 21.03 ± 4.90), a sequential model of symptoms of depression, urgency traits, internal drinking motives, and problematic alcohol use. Path analysis was conducted to examine the direct and indirect associations between symptoms of depression and problematic alcohol use (heavy episodic drinking and alcohol-related negative consequences) via positive and negative urgency traits and internal drinking motives. Findings revealed indirect associations from depressive symptoms to problematic alcohol use via urgency traits and drinking motives (e.g. depression symptoms→positive [negative] urgency→enhancement [coping]→drinking problems). This suggests that students who experience more symptoms of depression may be more likely to react to these experiences of negative affect by engaging in heavy drinking episodes and encounter more alcohol-related problems. This seems to stem from a higher propensity to act rashly during intense emotional experiences and a greater motivation to drink as a means of regulating their mood. Future interventions aimed at preventing or reducing problematic alcohol use (especially among Argentinian young adults) might consider targeting these specific impulsivity traits as well as affect-related drinking motivations.