SURVEY TITLE: ACADEMIC MOTIVATION AND CULTURAL INFLUENCES
ASSESSMENT
RESEARCH TITLE: EXPLORING THE ROLE OF CULTURAL VALUES IN ACADEMIC
MOTIVATION: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Introduction
This survey is designed to explore the role of cultural values in academic motivation
through the assessment of various factors influencing students' learning experiences. The
survey comprises 49 questions, including items from the AMS-C 28 framework, cultural
values derived from Shalom H. Schwartz’s Basic Human Values theory, and constructs
related to autonomy and relatedness based on Self-Determination Theory (SDT)
Sociodemographic Information
Age: _______
Gender: ☐ Male ☐ Female
Current Country of Study: ☐ Uzbekistan ☐ Italy
Level of Education:
☐ Bachelor (Undergraduate)
☐ Master (Graduate)
☐ PhD (Doctorate)
Duration of Study:
How many years have you been enrolled in your current program? _______ years
Instructions
Please read each statement carefully and rate the extent to which it applies to you using the
scale below:
- 1: Strongly Disagree
- 2: Disagree
- 3: Somewhat Disagree
- 4: Neutral
- 5: Somewhat Agree
- 6: Agree
- 7: Strongly Agree
Key for AMS-C 28
1, 2, 19, 22 Intrinsic motivation - to know
4, 6, 20, 27 Intrinsic motivation - toward accomplishment
3, 11, 23, 25 Intrinsic motivation - to experience stimulation
5, 10, 18, 24 Extrinsic motivation - identified
7, 14, 21, 28 Extrinsic motivation - introjected
8, 9, 12, 26 Extrinsic motivation - external regulation
15, 16, 17, 29 Amotivation
Survey Questions:
1. I enjoy learning new things during the study process.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
2. Expanding my knowledge is both interesting and important to me.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
3. I feel fulfilled when I communicate my ideas to others.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
4. I find satisfaction in improving my academic performance.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
5. Education helps me achieve my personal goals.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
6. Successfully passing subjects makes me feel competent.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
7. My academic achievements align with my cultural values.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8. Achieving good results is important for my family and loved ones.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
9. My academic success significantly influences my future career.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
10. My motivation to study is linked to securing a good position in my career.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
11. Family and societal support enhance my academic achievements.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
12. My choice of education is influenced by the cultural values around me.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
13. Differences in educational methods between Uzbekistan and Italy positively influence
my learning experience.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
14. My success in education helps me better understand my cultural values.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
15. Sometimes, I am unsure why I am pursuing my education.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
16. There is a conflict between my academic goals and cultural values.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
17. At times, I lose my motivation to continue studying.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
18. Adapting to the differences between the educational systems of Uzbekistan and Italy
has been challenging for me.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
19. I consider education essential for developing my knowledge and skills.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
20. The results of my studies determine my future success.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
21. My aim to prove my capabilities through my academic achievements.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
22. I want my learning process to be exciting and filled with novelty.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
23. I enjoy testing my abilities during academic activities.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
24. Exploring new cultures and overcoming challenges is enjoyable to me.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
25. Sharing my cultural values with other students in classes is fulfilling.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
26. Achieving good grades helps me feel successful.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
27. Educational accomplishments expand my career opportunities.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
28. I want to gain practical benefits from my academic experiences.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
29. Through academic success, I aim to establish my role in society.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
30. I strive to succeed academically despite challenges.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
31. I aim to ensure personal growth through my academic achievements.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
32. Integrating educational approaches from Uzbekistan and Italy enhances my academic
motivation.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
33. I feel empowered when accomplishing difficult academic tasks.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
34. While studying in Italy, I strive to preserve my cultural values.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
35. 35. I find aspects of the Italian educational system more beneficial compared to
Uzbekistan.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
36. The differences in cultural values between Uzbekistan and Italy influence my approach
to academic tasks.
Scale: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Additional Notes
Your responses will remain confidential and will be used solely for academic research
purposes. Participation is voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time. Thank you for your
input!
References:
Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (1985). Self-Determination Theory: A Framework for the Study of
Human Motivation and Personality. University of Rochester Press.
Schwartz, S. H. (1992). Universals in the Content and Structure of Values: Theoretical
Advances and Empirical Tests in 20 Countries. In M. Zanna (Ed.), Advances in Experimental
Social Psychology (Vol. 25, pp. 1-65). Academic Press.
Vallerand, R. J., Pelletier, L. G., Blais, M. R., Brière, N. M., Senécal, C., & Vallières, É. F. (1992).
The Academic Motivation Scale: A Measure of Intrinsic, Extrinsic, and Amotivation in
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