Measuring the Relation Between General Motivational Tendencies and Academic Performance |
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University of St. Thomas – Institutional Review Board
Informed Consent to Participate in Research
You are being asked to participate in the research project described below. Your participation in this study is voluntary; you may refuse to participate, or you may decide to stop your participation at any time.
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STUDY TITLE: Measuring the Relation Between General Motivational Tendencies and Academic Performance
RESEARCHER(S): Lizbeth Martinez and Kimberley Lopez
FACULTY ADVISOR: Dr. Crystal D. Tran
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: This study aims to examine the relationship between general motivational tendencies such as intrinsic and extrinsic factors with one's academic performance. Being able to measure motivational tendencies can allow future interpretation of academic performance and identify positive contributions to personal growth.
ESTIMATED NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 200 participants
PROCEDURES FOR PARTICIPANTS: You would independently complete a questionnaire which will be accessible through an online platform, Survey Monkey, allowing you to engage in the questionnaire on your own time and at your own desired pace. You will first be provided with an Informed Consent Form; after consent is obtained, you will obtain access to the study. You will then provide information regarding your demographics and GPA (grade point average). After the completion of the demographic section, a validated scale measuring general motivational tendencies and academic performance will be presented. After completing the survey, you would be able to click submit. If you attend the University of St. Thomas and are enrolled in a psychology class you will be offered 1/9th (0.5 credit hours) of a letter grade for completing the survey.
EXPECTED DURATION OF PARTICIPATION: Approximately 10-15 minutes.