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A review of the motivation theories in learning

AIP conference proceedings · 2017 · Vol. 1891 · pp. 020043–020043
Valarmathie GopalanJuliana Aida Abu BakarAbdul Nasir ZulkifliAsmidah AlwiRuzinoor Che Mat

Abstract

Motivation and learning process have a deep connection. Motivation is the core for human being’s aspirations and achievements. Thus, motivation is crucial to succeed in educational matters and without the fighting spirit nothing is possible not only in education but also in real life. The learning process is an endless life long process. In order to continuously achieve a high motivation is crucial. Motivation is the force that encourages students to face all the tough and challenged circumstances. Motivation itself is a huge scope to cater. Hence, this study emphasises on several motivational theories that are related to the learning domain.

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  • Universiti Utara Malaysia
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