STIMULATING LEARNING MOTIVATION OF EARLY EDUCATION AND PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH ALTERNATIVE METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

Authors

  • Aureliana-Loredana PETRE Transilvania University of BraÈ™ov

Abstract

Student’s learning motivation is a topic that has been addressed by many experts in the field. Also, efficient methods to increase and stimulate learning motivation among students are still a very actual topic. Through the studies on this subject we have identified some research articles that approach the relationship between assessment in higher education and increased motivation for learning among students. Some researches investigate the relationship between alternative methods of assessment and the way the active involvement of students stimulate both teaching and evaluation, and more, are leading to an increased motivation for learning. Prior to an experimental research on this subject- stimulating Early Education and Primary School student’s learning motivation through alternative assessment methods in higher education, we chose to use qualitative meta-analysis method to identify efficient alternative methods of assessment. We focused on the most often methods used in universities that have a positive impact on increasing student motivation for learning. We also reviewed articles that study: new ways to stimulate students 'motivation  for learning, the relationship between alternative methods of assessment and students’ academic achievement, the relationship between students' learning motivation and the feedback offered in evaluation, the role  of  formative / continue assessments and final assessments on increasing motivation for learning. The results of the qualitative meta-analysis method shows that students have a positive perceptions on alternative assessment methods, but the most significant impact of  alternative assessment methods is the increase in paperwork and demands on their time. We found that a portfolio used like an alternative assessment methods for students can facilitate the development of self-assessment, has an impact on the approach learning, academic achievement, delivers high quality information to students about their learning, encourages motivation learning.

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2014-09-25