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Investigating the Impact of Learning Motivational Factors on Problem-Solving Ability: The Mediating Role of Critical
Shima Bordbar1, Amin Beigzadeh2, Salman Daneshi3
1Health Human Resources Research Center School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Shiraz Iran.
Background And Aims:
Problem-solving skills involve organizing and using information. This requires certain tendencies and prerequisites. This research aimed to study how learning motivation affects problem-solving. It also looked at critical thinking as a mediator. The focus was on students at Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Iran, in 2024.
Methods:
The study was cross-sectional and involved 290 students from various fields at Jiroft University of Medical Sciences. It took place from January to May 2024. Data were gathered using standard questionnaires on learning motivation, problem-solving, and critical thinking. We analyzed the data with descriptive tests and structural equation modeling using Smart PLS3 and SPSS-23.
Results:
The findings showed that learning motivation positively impacts problem-solving (p = 0.001, β = 0.52). It also boosts critical thinking (p < 0.001, β = 0.59). Moreover, critical thinking enhances problem-solving (p < 0.001, β = 0.63). Learning motivation improves problem-solving through critical thinking (p < 0.001).
Conclusion:
The results suggest that good learning motivation and critical thinking improve problem-solving. Therefore, we recommend that university leaders enhance learning motivation and offer training to boost critical thinking, leading to better problem-solving.
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