Utilization of Extrinsically Manipulated Grade Contingencies as Motivators of School Learning.

Morgan, Ronald R.

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Utilization of Extrinsically Manipulated Grade Contingencies as Motivators of School Learning.

Morgan, Ronald R.

Teaching of Psychology, v5 n4 p191-93 Dec 1978

Study concludes that university students perform at higher levels when performance is contingent on extrinsic rewards, i. e., final examination grades, and that intrinsic student interests do not differ as a result of this contingency. Suggests relevant topics for future studies. (KC)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Grading, Higher Education, Learning Motivation, Performance Factors, Rewards, Student Interests, Student Motivation, Success, Tests

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