From: Validation of the Mathematics Motivation Questionnaire (MMQ) for secondary school students
Construct | ID | Item |
---|---|---|
Intrinsic value | 1 | I enjoy learning math |
22 | I find learning math interesting | |
27 | I like math that challenges me | |
Self-regulation | 8 | I put enough effort into learning the math |
5 | If I am having trouble learning the math, I try to figure out why | |
9 | I use strategies that ensure I learn math well | |
26 | I prepare well for math tests and quizzes | |
Self-efficacy | 21 | I am confident I will do well on math assignments and projects |
28 | I am confident I will do well on math tests | |
24 | I believe I can master the knowledge and skills in the math course | |
29 | I believe I can earn a grade of “A” in the math course | |
Utility value | 11 | I think about how the math I learn will be helpful to me |
19 | I think about how I will use math I learn | |
10 | I think about how learning math can help me get a good job | |
17 | I think about how learning math can help my career | |
Test anxiety | 6 | I become anxious when it is time to take a math test |
4 | I am nervous about how I will do on the math tests | |
13 | I worry about failing math tests | |
14 | I am concerned that the other students are better in math |