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Method for defining the students’ motivation in E-learning, which uses the main concepts of the Keller’s ARCS model and the Gagne’s events

15 January, 2016 - 09:47

For defining the students’ motivation in e-learning, we use as a base the ARCS model and the Gagne events. The reason for this choice is that these models can be easier implemented and applied according to the specific nature of the e-learning process.

After finishing given e-learning course the students could be kindly asked to fulfill a questionnaire, based on the concepts of the Keller’s ARCS Model and the Gagne’s events, in order their motivation to be defined. The results of this investigation will be very useful for the course developers (teachers, trainers or software developers), because they will obtain important feedback information about the students’ motivation and satisfaction after finishing the course. Thus the quality of the e-learning courses can be measured and if necessary the learning content can be modified. The questionnaire will consist of the following questions, divided into 4 sections, according to the Keller’s ARCS Model and the Gagne’s events: The scale that could be used consist of the following possible answers:

- “Absolutely yes”,

- “Yes, but not so much”,

- “Absolutely no”.

Attention section

The course offered me appropriate for my learning style e-materials

The interface design and navigation were easy to work with

The visual aspect of the content (i.e. rite size and color of fonts, proper line spacing,, relevant diagrams, positioned at right places) has a positive impact on the accessibility of the content

The objectives of the course are clearly stated.

Confidence section

During the course I felt myself sure I can manage with the problems

During the learning process I received feedback and support from my teachers

My success in this course is a direct result of the amount of effort I have put forth.

Relevance section

The new content was based on my previous knowledge and skills in this field

The received new information will be very important for my future work and study

The course offer me links to additional information in the field

Satisfaction section

I am satisfied with the results of my study, after finishing the course

I am feeling rewarded

I will use the newly received knowledge and skills in my work