Effects of time perspective on student motivation: Introduction to a special issue

Douglas F. Kauffman, Jenefer Husman

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Abstract

This article introduces this special issue by establishing a conceptual foundation for thinking about how students' conceptions of time influence motivation and achievement. In particular, we describe how students' perceptions of the utility of what they are learning for their futures can positively affect motivation. Temporal perspective is tied to current models of motivation and learning such as intrinsic motivation and self-regulation. We present 2 purposes for organizing this issue: (a) initiating discussion and research about how conceptions of the future influence and are influenced by students' motivation and (b) bridging gaps in the field between American and international perspectives on learning and motivation. We conclude by introducing the 6 articles that comprise this special issue of Educational Psychology Review.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1-7
Number of pages7
JournalEducational Psychology Review
Volume16
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 1 2004

Keywords

  • Future time perspective
  • Motivation
  • Perceived utility
  • Temporal perspective

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Developmental and Educational Psychology

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