Learning Motivation of the University Students

Hasan, Sameer Yaseen; Saleh, Safi Ammal

doi:10.37653/juah.2025.190561

	Learning Motivation of the University Students
Journal of University of Anbar for Humanities
Volume 2025, Issue 4, December 2025, Pages 1076-1097 PDF (4.25 M)
Document Type: Research Paper
DOI: 10.37653/juah.2025.190561
Authors
Sameer Yaseen Hasan^* ¹; Safi Ammal Saleh^* ²
¹University of Anbar - College of Education for Humanities
²University of Anbar –College of Education for Humanities
Abstract
Aims: This study investigates learning motivation levels among university students and analyzes potential variations based on key demographic factors- gender, academic specialization (scientific vs. humanities), and institution type (public vs. private). Additionally, it assesses the strength of association between these variables and observed manifestations of learning motivation. Methodology: Using a descriptive–analytical approach, a specially designed scale was developed and validated to measure learning motivation. The scale was administered to a stratified random sample of 715 students from the University of Anbar (public) and Al-Maaref University (private), drawn equally from three scientific and three humanities colleges. Data analysis included one-sample and independent-samples t-tests, Pearson correlation, Spearman–Brown reliability estimation, and two-way ANOVA with interaction effects to examine group differences. Results: Participants demonstrated a statistically significant high level of learning motivation. Analysis revealed that male students displayed stronger motivation than females. However, no significant differences were found between scientific and humanities specializations or between students in public and private institutions. Conclusions: The findings suggest that learning motivation among university students supports both academic achievement and balanced cognitive development. While most demographic variables studied did not significantly influence motivation levels, gender emerged as a differentiating factor, with male students reporting higher motivation. The study underscores the role of a stimulating academic environment and effective teaching methods in fostering motivation across disciplines and institution types. Recommendations: The study recommends implementing programs to strengthen learning motivation within universities, adopting teaching methods responsive to individual differences, and further investigating factors that influence motivation. It also advises enhancing guidance initiatives and educational planning to develop students’ self-learning skills, alongside improving the overall university learning environment to promote motivation and academic success.
Keywords
Motivation; Learning; University Students

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