Motivation, Engagement and Educational Performance: International Perspectives on the Contexts for Learning

Elliott, J.; Hufton, N.; Willis, W.; Illushin, L.

Key factors that impact upon children's educational motivation and engagement are here considered from an international and comparative perspective. Based upon a major programme of research undertaken in sites in England, the USA and Russia, the authors identify interrelated elements operating at international, national and local levels. These include children's self-perceptions, goals, interests and aspirations, curriculum and pedagogy, peer and parental influences, teacher perceptions, school traditions and practices, together with the pervasive influence of broader social, cultural, historical and economic factors.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2005-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9781349424580

ISBN-13: 9781349424580

DOI: 10.1057/9780230509795

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 272