The Effect of Learning Facilities on Home Economics Education Students' Motivation: A Quantitative Study Based on Self-Determination Theory

Ming-Chang Wu; Nabila Luthfionaura; Dhidik Prastiyanto

doi:10.71222/szd77d02

Authors

Ming-Chang Wu Graduate School of Technological and Vocational Education, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Douliu, Taiwan Author
Nabila Luthfionaura Graduate School of Technological and Vocational Education, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Douliu, Taiwan Author
Dhidik Prastiyanto Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Kampus Sekaran Gunungpati, Semarang, Indonesia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71222/szd77d02

Keywords:

learning facilities, self-determination theory, student motivation

Abstract

Adequate learning facilities are crucial in practical-based academic programs to support skill development and foster students’ intrinsic motivation. This research examines the impact of learning facilities on students’ motivation in the Home Economics Education program at Universitas Negeri Semarang, using Self-Determination Theory (SDT) as the theoretical framework. The study aims to evaluate students’ perceptions of the adequacy and relevance of learning facilities and to investigate their relationship with student motivation. A quantitative survey was conducted with 51 undergraduate students using structured questionnaires with a Likert scale to measure perceptions of learning facilities and motivation. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson product-moment correlation, and simple linear regression. The findings reveal a strong positive correlation (r = 0.876, p < 0.01) and a high coefficient of determination (R² = 0.768) between learning facilities and student motivation. Well-equipped and accessible facilities, such as kitchens, sewing labs, and business management rooms, satisfy students’ psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness, thereby enhancing intrinsic motivation. These results highlight the importance of improving learning facilities to optimize student engagement and learning outcomes in practical-based programs, providing insights for educators and policymakers to enhance the learning environment effectively.

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