What Intrinsic Motivations May Be Associated with Student Effort

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Essay

What intrinsic motivations may be associated with student effort?

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Definitions:

Verbal Aptitude Test

An assessment designed to measure an individual’s ability to understand, use, and process spoken and written language.

Ethnic Minority

A group within a community which possesses different national or cultural traditions from the majority population.

True Ability Levels

refer to an individual's actual skills, knowledge, or competencies, which can be contrasted with measured or perceived abilities.

Social Exchange Theory

Individuals who are treated favourably by others feel obliged to reciprocate by responding positively and returning that favourable treatment in some manner.