PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF MOTIVATION IN EDUCATION

This article provides an expanded analysis of the psychological and pedagogical foundations of motivation in the educational process. The study explores the concept of motivation, its theoretical underpinnings, the types of educational motivation, and their influence on students’ learning performance. It also examines pedagogical strategies to enhance motivation, emphasizing both intrinsic and extrinsic factors, and discusses their practical implications. The findings indicate that motivation is a key factor in fostering students’ engagement, persistence, and overall learning effectiveness.