Students’ academic adjustment and science learning motivation at the university level

Sagheer Ahmad; Rizwan Akram Rana

doi:10.36681/tused.2023.033

Authors

Sagheer Ahmad PhD Student
Rizwan Akram Rana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36681/tused.2023.033

Keywords:

Correlational research design, academic adjustment, motivation for learning science, university students, science related programs

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between students' adjustment to the academic learning process (academic adjustment) and motivation for learning science. The study was conducted with the participation of university students enrolled in science-related programs. A correlational research design was utilized in which data was collected through the Academic Adjustment Subscale (AAS) and the Students Motivation towards Science Learning (SMTSL) scale. Both scales were piloted before administering to data collection. The research sample comprised of 526 students selected using a simple random sampling technique, with participants providing informed consent prior to their involvement in the study. The collected data analyzed using Pearson's r correlation and independent sample t tests after checking normal distribution of data. Results showed a small positive correlation between students' academic adjustment and motivation for learning science. Statistically, no significant mean differences were found between male and female students, as well as between the 17-22 years and 23-27 years old student groups. These findings suggest that academic adjustment plays an important role in motivating students to learn science and vice versa. Given that the study did not find significant differences based on gender and age groups, educational institutes should provide need based individualized support and guidance to all students regardless of their gender or age.

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