ERIC Number: EJ680979
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004-Aug-1
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-0309-877X
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Effective Student Motivation Commences with Resolving "Dissatisfiers"
Prescott, Ann; Simpson, Edward
Journal of Further and Higher Education, v28 n3 p247-259 Aug 2004
The evolution in students' expectations based on Maslow's theory of human motivation shows a transition from expectations having an effect upon motivation towards those providing a satisfactory experience. Maslow's argument was that once the lower level needs, such as physiological and safety needs, are met other higher needs emerge. In the context of student motivation, once environmental conditions are satisfied, the individual becomes dominated by the unsatisfied needs and other hygiene factors related to their studies dominate their experience and expectations. However, the environmental conditions must be satisfied before progress to other levels will succeed. Failure to address these basic issues at the commencement of a student's course of study can lead to absence and the subsequent lack of academic integration is a significant contributor to withdrawal.
Descriptors: Higher Education, Dropouts, College Students, Student Needs, Student Motivation, Student Attitudes, Academic Persistence, Educational Environment, Environmental Influences
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Numerical/Quantitative Data; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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