Assessment of School Motivation Type in High School Students Test

In about 8 minutes, it clarifies what drives a high school student to learn, from curiosity to grades or approval. Use the results to tailor support and boost engagement with confidence.
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October 2, 2025
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Prestige of Academic Achievement in the Family (PoAAitF)
This scale measures how much a teenager's family emphasizes academic achievement and the social importance of education.
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A score of 1 suggests that academic achievement has relatively low prestige in the family and is not strongly emphasized as a key value.
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Academic Achievement Prestige in the Class (AAPitC)
Assesses how prestigious academic achievement is perceived to be within the classroom group.
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A score of 1 suggests that academic achievement is seen as having relatively low prestige in the class, so grades are not a strong status marker for this student.
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Peer Influence (PI)
This scale measures how strongly classmates’ opinions and behavior influence a student’s academic motivation.
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A score of 1 indicates a moderate level of peer influence, meaning classmates can affect motivation in some situations but are not the primary driver.
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Self-Realization Motive (SRM)
Measures how strongly the student views academic activity as a space for self-realization and personal growth.
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A score of 1 suggests self-actualization plays a limited role in learning motivation, with study less often experienced as a key avenue for self-expression and growth.
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Extracurricular School Motivation (ESM)
Measures a student's interest and involvement in school-based extracurricular activities rather than classroom learning.
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A score of 2 suggests a relatively strong interest in and engagement with the school’s extracurricular activities.
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Social Interaction Motive (SIM)
Measures how strongly a student is motivated to interact and communicate with peers in the learning context.
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A score of 2 indicates a moderate motivation for peer communication, suggesting the student is generally interested in activities involving interaction but it is not the dominant driver.
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Awareness of Social Necessity (AoSN)
Assesses how strongly a student recognizes the social importance of education and good academic performance for future success.
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A score of 1 indicates a low level of awareness of education’s social necessity, with future-oriented academic motives expressed inconsistently.
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Fear of Negative Evaluation by Family (FoNEbF)
Measures how strongly a student’s learning is driven by fear of family reprimand or appearing unsuccessful to parents and relatives.
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A score of 2 indicates a moderate tendency to study under the influence of concern about family disapproval and maintaining a successful image at home.
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Fear of Negative Evaluation by School Staff (FoNEbSS)
Measures how strongly a student fears criticism or punishment from teachers and worries about looking unsuccessful in their eyes.
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A score of 1 suggests a low level of fear of school-side criticism, with limited concern about being judged unsuccessful by teachers.
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Fear of Punishment (FoP)
Measures how strongly a student’s learning motivation is influenced by fear of punishment or criticism for academic failures.
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A score of 1 indicates low fear-of-punishment motivation, meaning punishment or criticism is not a primary driver of this student’s studying.
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Approval Motive (Parents) (AM)
Measures how strongly a student’s learning motivation is driven by seeking parental approval and attention for academic results.
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A score of 2 indicates a high reliance on parental approval as a motivating factor in the student’s academic efforts.
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School Influence (SI)
Measures how strongly the school environment influences the student's motivation to study.
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A score of 2 indicates a high level of school influence, suggesting the student’s motivation is noticeably shaped by school-related factors such as teachers, rules, and expectations.
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Family Influence (FI)
This scale measures how strongly family expectations, support, and attitudes shape the student’s motivation to study.
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A score of 1 indicates that family factors play a limited role in this student’s academic motivation compared with other possible drivers.
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Teacher Approval Motive (TAM)
Measures how important teacher approval and attention to academic achievements are for the student’s learning motivation.
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A score of 2 indicates a high reliance on teacher approval and recognition as a motivator for learning and academic effort.
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Peer Approval Motive (PAM)
This scale measures how important classmates’ approval is as a driver of the student’s learning behavior.
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A score of 2 suggests that classmates’ approval is a prominent factor influencing the student’s motivation and engagement at school.
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Social Approval Motive (SAM)
Measures how strongly a student’s learning is driven by the need for praise, approval, and recognition from others.
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A score of 1 indicates a low reliance on external approval, suggesting praise and recognition play a limited role in motivating this student’s learning.
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Achievement Motivation (AM)
Measures how strongly a student is driven to achieve high results, excel, and confirm their capabilities through school performance.
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A score of 2 indicates a moderate achievement drive, suggesting the student often aims for good results but may not consistently prioritize outperforming others or proving their potential.
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Cognitive Interest (CI)
Measures how strongly a student is interested in gaining new knowledge and enjoying the learning process itself.
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A score of 1 suggests a low level of cognitive interest, with curiosity about new information present but not a primary driver of learning.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

School psychologists and counselors
41%OF USERS
They use it to quickly identify what drives a student’s learning and plan targeted support or interventions.
Teachers and homeroom advisors
34%OF USERS
They take it to understand class and individual motivation patterns and adjust teaching, feedback, and engagement strategies.
Parents of high schoolers
25%OF USERS
They use it to better understand why their teen studies and how to encourage motivation without increasing pressure.
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Prestige of education in the family (Poeitf)
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Prestige of studying in the class (Positc)
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The Influence of Classmates (TIoC)
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The motive of self-actualization (Tmos)
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Extracurricular School Motivation (ESM)
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Motive for communication (Mfc)
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Awareness of social necessity (Aosn)
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Fear of neglect from family (Fonff)
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Fear of n. from the school's side (Fonftss)
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Fear of punishment (Fop)
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Approval motivation (from parents) (Am(p)
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Influence of school (Ios)
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The Influence of Family (TIoF)
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Approval motive (by educators) (Am(e)
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Approval motive (by classmates) (Am(c)
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Motive of social approval (Mosa)
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Achievement Motivation (AM)
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Cognitive interest (Ci)
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2.1
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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?
It identifies the dominant motives that support learning activity in high school students. Results describe whether motivation is driven mainly by interest, achievement goals, external approval, or related factors.
Who can take the questionnaire?
It is intended for students in high school grades. It can be used in school-based assessment or in counseling settings.
How long does it take and how many items are included?
Completion time is about 8 minutes. The questionnaire includes 39 items.
How should responses be selected?
Select the option that best matches typical behavior and attitudes, not an ideal response. Answer all items without spending excessive time on any single item.
How are results used in practice?
Results support individualized instructional planning and targeted motivational support. They can guide discussions about learning goals, engagement, and effective study strategies.
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About This Assessment
Diagnosis of School Motivation Types in High School Students Test

Assessment of School Motivation Type in High School Students Test - Symptoms and Signs

This instrument is designed to characterize motivational orientations related to learning in adolescents. The Assessment of School Motivation Type in High School Students is intended to support a structured understanding of what primarily drives a student’s academic engagement (e.g., interest-based versus externally driven reasons) in school settings.

The measure includes 39 items and typically takes about 8 minutes to complete. It is attributed to Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan.

Results are generally used to inform case conceptualization and guide educational or counseling discussions by clarifying the student’s predominant motivational pattern. When interpreted alongside other clinical and educational information, the Assessment of School Motivation Type in High School Students may help identify targets for intervention and support planning.

Author: Edward L. Deci, Richard M. Ryan
Literature: Eccles, J. S., & Wigfield, A. Motivational beliefs, values, and goals. Annual Review of Psychology. 2002.
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