Intentional learning is defined as learning that is motivated by
intentions and is goal-directed. The aim of this study is to assess the
effectiveness of Intentional learning Instruments in teaching and learning
circuits. An intentional learning instrument for the electric circuit concept
was developed based on seven existing instruments found in Self-Determination
Theory. The instruments have a bearing on the assessment of motivation and
learning strategy scales and their corresponding subscales. In this study, the
researcher analyzed data gathered from the implementation of the Intentional
Learning Questionnaire in Electric Circuit (ILQ-EC) and Intentional Learning
Module (ILM) as the intentional learning instruments. The overall study
involves the implementation of ILQ-EC, development of ILM and testing its
effectiveness using quantitative and qualitative research analysis.
Participants were 12 engineering students in two electricity and magnetism
classes at Central Mindanao University, Bukidnon, Philippines. Previous
research used ILQ-EC in identifying motivation and learning strategies factors
which were highly correlated and predictive to conceptual understanding of
student respondents. These factors served as the benchmark in the development
and testing of ILM for this present study. Results for both quantitative and
qualitative analysis showed that high gainers tend to be more intentional,
specifically, more critical thinkers and with higher perceived competence than
low gainers. Moreover, the average normal gains of the student participants
after using ILM were higher compared to previous research results using
different learning approaches. ILM evaluation based on student responses also
confirmed the influence of ILM on their learning gains. Thus, enhancing
intentionality proved a significant effect on the teaching and learning
process. Future research may consider ILQ-EC to explore motivation and learning
strategy factors in other topics or subject areas not only in physics.
Author
(s) Details
Cecilia O. Bucayong
Central Mindanao University, Musuan, Bukidnon, Philippines.
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