Learning attitude, motivation, and ability among chemistry students in China

International Journal of Research Studies in Education
CollabWritive Special Issue
Volume 13 Issue 10

Available Online:  30 July 2024

Author/s:

Wang, Ping
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines (45194281@qq.com)

Abstract:

The study investigates the relationships among learning attitude, motivation, and ability of chemistry students, aiming to enhance these aspects through a proposed program. Addressing a gap in understanding the current learning state of chemistry students, this research focuses on profiling respondents based on sex, origin, and year level, and assessing their learning attitude, motivation, and ability. Utilizing a quantitative research design, 425 chemistry students from a university in China were surveyed using adapted and validated questionnaires. Results indicate a positive overall learning attitude among students, although cognitive engagement and interest in class are lacking, alongside underutilization of online resources. Learning motivation is generally high, with professional skill development being a key motivator. While learning ability is positively assessed, there is room for improvement in self-adjustment and learning methods. Significant differences were found in responses based on sex, and a strong correlation among learning attitude, motivation, and ability was established. The study proposes a program to enhance these factors and suggests practical actions, such as collaboration with industry for internships and integrating online resources into teaching. This research contributes to the knowledge base by highlighting the interconnectedness of attitude, motivation, and ability in chemistry learning and offers actionable recommendations for educational improvement.

Keywords: learning attitude, learning motivation, learning ability, chemistry students, educational improvement

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2024.24710

Cite this article:
Wang, P. (2024). Learning attitude, motivation, and ability among chemistry students in China. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 13(10), 101-110. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2024.24710