Learning Motivation Level Test

In 3 minutes, learn what drives a young student’s motivation for school and learning. Get clear, actionable insights to tailor support, remove barriers, and boost engagement.

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Questions: 153 minutes

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October 2, 2025

October 2, 2025
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How the Scales are Structured

example score

3/9

Positive Attitude (PA)

Measures how positively the student perceives school life and the learning process.

Low

Moderate

High

0 – 3: Low | 4 – 6: Moderate | 7 – 9: High

A score of 3 falls in the Low range, suggesting the student currently has limited satisfaction with school and a less positive view of everyday school activities.

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10/12

Social Significance (SS)

Assesses how strongly the student perceives learning as a socially meaningful and valuable activity for themselves and society.

Low significance

Moderate significance

High significance

0 – 4: Low significance | 5 – 8: Moderate significance | 9 – 12: High significance

A score of 10 falls in the High significance range, indicating the student generally views studying as an important and socially valued activity.

example score

6/12

Competence Demonstration (CD)

Measures how strongly a student is motivated to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and gain recognition for achievement.

Low

Moderate

High

0 – 4: Low | 5 – 8: Moderate | 9 – 12: High

A score of 6 falls in the Moderate range, suggesting a situational, average drive to show competence and receive recognition in learning contexts.

example score

3/12

Negative Attitude (NA)

Measures the degree of negative attitude toward school learning and potential resistance to the educational process.

Low negativity

Moderate negativity

High negativity

0 – 4: Low negativity | 5 – 8: Moderate negativity | 9 – 12: High negativity

A score of 3 falls in the Low negativity range, suggesting minimal dissatisfaction or resistance toward school learning at this time.

example score

18/45

Overall Level of Learning Motivation (OLoLM)

Measures the student’s overall interest and engagement in learning activities and school study demands.

Low motivation

Moderate motivation

High motivation

0 – 15: Low motivation | 16 – 30: Moderate motivation | 31 – 45: High motivation

A score of 18 indicates a moderate overall academic motivation, suggesting some engagement with learning alongside areas where interest may not be consistently sustained.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

School psychologists

41%OF USERS

Use it to quickly map a younger student’s learning attitude and spot motivation barriers that need individual support.

Primary teachers

34%OF USERS

Take it to understand what drives their class, who resists in-person learning, and how to adjust everyday teaching approaches.

Parents of young students

25%OF USERS

Use it to see what their child likes or dislikes about school and to choose the right encouragement at home.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

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Positive Attitude (PA)

Average

5.8

Normal range

4.4 — 7.1

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Social significance (Ss)

Average

5.6

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4.1 — 7.1

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Demonstration of Competence (DoC)

Average

7.8

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6.3 — 9.3

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Negative Attitude (NA)

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5.6

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4.1 — 7.1

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Overall Level of Academic Motivation (OLoAM)

Average

15.6

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7.3 — 24

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SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Example Questions From the Test

- Yes
- Maybe
- I don't know
- No
- Yes
- Maybe
- Not sure
- No
- Yes
- Maybe
- I don't know
- No

These are 3 of the 15 real questions — the rest appear in the test. No sign-up needed to start.

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WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Learning Motivation Level Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This brief self-report measure is intended to characterize a student’s motivational orientation toward learning and school. Learning Motivation Level can be used in school-based psychological or educational contexts to inform screening, discussion, and follow-up assessment when motivational concerns are suspected.

The measure contains 15 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. Items are designed to sample attitudes toward in-person schooling, striving to demonstrate competence, positive engagement with school life, and perceived social value of learning. Learning Motivation Level is attributed to Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan; results should be interpreted in context of developmental level, setting demands, and other clinical or educational information.

Author: Edward L. Deci, Richard M. Ryan

Literature: Eccles, J. S., & Wigfield, A. Motivational beliefs, values, and goals. Annual Review of Psychology. 2002.