The Role of Education in Developing Learning Motivation for Primary School Students according to the Psychological and Educational Foundations of the School Environment

Abstract

This research aims to identify the role of education in developing learning motivation among primary school students, considering the psychological and educational foundations of the school environment. It also aims to identify the role of education in developing learning motivation according to the gender variable (male/female). The researcher used the descriptive-analytical method to develop the research instrument and analyze all the data. A questionnaire consisting of 16 items was developed to collect data and achieve the research objectives. Statistical analysis of the items and their psychometric properties (validity and reliability) was performed, yielding a reliability coefficient of 0.83, which is considered good. The researcher used statistical tools and several other statistical methods. The study results indicate a statistically significant role for education in developing learning motivation among primary school students, based on the psychological and educational foundations of the school environment. The results also showed no statistically significant differences in the role of education in developing learning motivation according to the gender variable (male/female). Based on these findings, the researcher recommends:

1- Focusing on the elements The educational role is crucial in the learning situation.

2- Reformulating educational activities to connect them to real-life situations so that students feel the importance of what they are learning.

The researcher suggests:

1- Conducting a field study on the importance of the physical school environment and its impact on developing learning motivation among primary school students.

2- Implementing a supplementary curriculum for all subjects that includes all classroom and extracurricular activities, which will increase students' love and motivation for learning.