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ERIC Number: EJ253952
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1981
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Differences in Motivation of Adult and Younger Undergraduates.
Wolfgang, Mary E.; Dowling, William D.
Journal of Higher Education, v52 n6 p640-46 Nov-Dec 1981
A study into the differences in enrollment motivation of undergraduates is presented. Traditional age students are seen as more responsive to external demands and establishing social relationships. Adult students are more interested in learning for its own sake. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Adult Students, Comparative Analysis, Higher Education, Individual Differences, Student Motivation, Surveys, Undergraduate Students
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Ohio State University