PERCEPTION OF CAN THO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ON THE IMPORTANCE ROLE OF MOTIVATION IN ONLINE LEARNING

Abstract

This study analyzes students' perceptions at Can Tho University regarding the role of motivation in online learning, focusing on four key aspects: self-regulation, participation and interaction, goal attainment, and learning persistence. A survey was conducted with 892 students from various academic units using a five-point Likert scale, revealed an overall motivation perception score of 4.10, with self-regulation scoring the highest (4.15). Quantitative analysis, including descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and post-hoc tests, identified significant differences in motivation perception based on academic year, academic unit, academic performance, and online learning experience, but no significant differences by gender. Students with extensive online learning experience and high academic achievement demonstrated stronger self-regulation and goal orientation. These findings highlight the crucial role of motivation in enhancing self-directed learning and online learning effectiveness. It also highlights the necessity of implementing appropriate strategies tailored to specific individual characteristics to foster learning motivation and enhance the quality of online learning for students at Can Tho University.