Academic motivation theories revisited: An interactive dialog between motivation scholars on recent contributions, underexplored issues, and future directions

By Alison C. Koenka. 2020

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Abstract In this article, I introduce the current special issue, which brings together leading scholars who either initiated or played subsequent central roles in the inception and development of five prominent theories of academic motivation: attribution theory, expectancy-value theory, social-cognitive theory, achievement goal theory, and self-determination theory. I begin by discussing the need for a special issue devoted to these theories and then summarize its overarching goals: (1) provide an outlet for leading theorists to update their work; (2) cast a spotlight on three underexplored and timely issues regarding motivation theory (diversity, methodology, and interventions); (3) have leading scholars discuss their recommendations for future directions; and (4) facilitate an interactive dialog between and among the theorists and three commentators who suggest alternative perspectives on the study of motivation. I conclude with an overview of the five theory articles and three commentaries included in this special issue.

Subfields: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Sociology and Political Science

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In Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

  1. H.L.J. van der Maas
  2. Denny Borsboom
  3. Sacha Epskamp
  4. Eiko I. Fried

In Social Psychology

  1. H.L.J. van der Maas

In Sociology and Political Science

  1. Martijn Meeter
  2. H.L.J. van der Maas

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