Investigating The Impact of Motivational Theories On Students’ Academic Performances

Abstract

This study's purpose is to determine how motivational theories affect the academic achievement of primary school students. Motivation is essential for students to remain focused on the learning processes and have a successful, enjoyable, and profitable academic journey. For this study, forty-five students were enrolled, comprising thirty students for a self-reflective survey and fifteen students for a focused group discussion. The students were from private primary schools in Korangi Town, Karachi. The interviews were conducted during concentrated group discussions to gather data to evaluate the relationship between academic achievement and motivational theories. Data was analyzed through thematic analysis. The findings show a strong relation between academic achievement and motivational beliefs, and most participants agreed that these theories had a beneficial effect. The results highlight how crucial it is to incorporate motivational theories into instructional strategies, particularly for students who are having difficulty in their studies. Moreover the findings lead to some pivotal recommendations such as, the awareness regarding motivational theories among all stakeholders and practical implementation, allocation of positions for psychologists in public and private institutions and creating awareness about emotional stability and mental health particularly at primary level.