Dynamics of Learning Engagement: A Study of Perceptual Factors and Their Role in Motivational Activity Development
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Learning engagement, Motivational activity, Perceptual factorsAbstract
Learning engagement occurs when a student is emotionally engaged and behaves effectively in the learning process. This study explored the factors that are affecting learning engagement from the perspective of tertiary students at a University Institution in Santiago City, Isabela, Philippines. The study employed descriptive research and recruited 487 tertiary students via stratified random sampling. Findings revealed that "sufficient knowledge and information of the professor about the subject", "active presence in class", and "a large number of students in the classroom" were the most important among the factors that influence learning engagement. On the other hand, "monotonous teaching," "drowsiness in the classroom," and "noise pollution" are the identified factors that negatively influence learning engagement. Furthermore, the study elucidates that students do not relate the factors influencing learning engagement to their General Weighted Average (GWA). This study focused on recognizing the importance of learning engagement among tertiary students preparing for their profession. It proposed motivational activities as a basis for designing effective strategies for improving students’ engagement in their education.
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