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Psychological Science and Education
2017. Vol. 22, no. 3, 63–70
https://doi.org/10.17759/pse.2017220307
ISSN: 1814-2052 / 2311-7273 (online)

Psychological features of motivation and values in high school students of different sexes

 
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Abstract

This research focuses on sex-specific differences in motivational, meaning- and value-based attitudes to learning in high school students. The sample included students of 9-11 grades (aged 15-17 years) of two Moscow schools with traditional paradigm in education. Motivational attitudes were measured with factor analysis of the subjects’ responses to 70 statements (different sets for male and female groups; the total number of respondents was 162, 82 males and 80 females). The structure of value orientations was studied with cluster analysis of ranking of 10 terminal human values (Rokeach) and 12 learning values (109 respondents, 60 females and 49 males). The correlation between the character of motivation and value orientations was also explored in the study (39 males and 48 females were presented with both surveys). The outcomes of the study show that young girls find opportunities for self-actualisation in knowledge and experience, in personal growth and overcoming difficulties in life, whereas young boys mostly associate self-actualisation with affiliative sphere. The character of motivation in young girls clearly corresponds with the values they choose, while in boys the relationship between motivations and values seems ambiguous. Taking into account sex specifics in adolescents may help raise the effectiveness of learning activity

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Keywords: values, motivation, sex, high school students

Journal rubric: Developmental Psychology

OpenAlex citations: 21

OpenAlex trends: Psychology of Development and Education, Cultural Differences and Values, Educational Methods and Teacher Development

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Psychology of Development and Education

This cluster of papers explores various aspects of psychology in education, focusing on topics such as the Zone of Proximal Development, inclusive education, cultural-historical theory, educational environment, psychological well-being, teacher training, learning motivation, adolescent development, social cognition, and digital learning. The papers delve into the intersection of psychology and education to understand the developmental processes and challenges in educational settings.

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This cluster of papers encompasses a wide range of research on cultural psychology, values, and cross-cultural variability. It explores topics such as individualism-collectivism, social axioms, emotional experiences, neural substrates of culture, and the influence of globalization on psychological phenomena. The research delves into the complexities of cultural differences and their impact on various aspects of human behavior and cognition.

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This cluster of papers covers a wide range of topics related to innovative approaches in education, technology integration, and sustainable development. It includes research on online learning, teacher training, curriculum design, cognitive development, digital literacy, and the impact of technology on education. The cluster also explores the role of education in adapting to global challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasizes the importance of sustainable consumption of energy resources.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17759/pse.2017220307

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For citation: Vartanova, I.I. (2017). Psychological features of motivation and values in high school students of different sexes. Psychological Science and Education, 22(3), 63–70. (In Russ.). https://doi.org/10.17759/pse.2017220307

© Vartanova I.I., 2017

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

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Information About the Authors

Irine I. Vartanova, Candidate of Science (Psychology), docent, Associate Professor, Senior Researcher of the Department of Psychology of Education and Pedagogy, Faculty of Psychology, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russian Federation, ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0716-9648, e-mail: iivart@mail.ru

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