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Peer Climate Matters for Academic Motivation and Student Functioning in Higher Education

Adie, J., Waldeck, D., Hughes, D. J., Mulvenna, M., Holliman, A., Bartholomew, K. and Higton, (F.) C. O. (2024) Peer Climate Matters for Academic Motivation and Student Functioning in Higher Education. International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology. 9, 1685–1702. 2364-5040.

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Abstract:
The current study tested a sequence of hypothesized relationships between the perceived peer-created learning environment, academic motivation, and indices of student functioning in a Higher Education setting. Utilizing a sample of 172 undergraduate psychology students, our findings revealed that a perceived peer autonomy supportive climate was a significant positive predictor of self-determined motivation. In turn, higher levels of self-determined motivation were strongly related with higher levels of engagement, and lower levels of burnout symptoms among the participants. Indirect effects were also found concerning the mediational role of self-determined motivation. The findings point towards the theoretical and practical significance of peer influence for fostering optimal academic motivation and healthy functioning among students in Higher Education.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
peer autonomy support, self-determination, student motivation, student functioning, well-being, higher education
Creators:
Adie, J., Waldeck, D., Hughes, D. J., Mulvenna, M., Holliman, A., Bartholomew, K. and Higton, (F.) C. O.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
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Date:
25 September 2024
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
1685–1702
Journal or Publication Title:
International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology
Volume:
9
Number of Pages:
18
Language:
English
ISSN:
2364-5040
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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