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The Utility of Alderfer's ERG Theory of Motivation for Measuring Adult Learner Motivations in Informal Learning Environments

  • Stony Brook University

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Abstract

This study examines the utility of Alderfer's Existence, Relatedness, and Growth (ERG) theory as a framework for understanding student motivations in informal learning environments. Data from 1038 students were evaluated to determine the ranking of motivations for studying Aikido; a Japanese martial art. Findings suggest that ERG theory is useful for the creation and interpretation of survey response data but requires additional methodological tools to assess the validity and reliability of its inferences.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationISLS Annual Meeting 2023
Subtitle of host publicationBuilding Knowledge and Sustaining our Community - 17th International Conference of the Learning Sciences, ICLS 2023, Proceedings
EditorsPaulo Blikstein, Jan Van Aalst, Rita Kizito, Karen Brennan
PublisherInternational Society of the Learning Sciences (ISLS)
Pages2133-2134
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9781737330677
StatePublished - 2023
Event17th International Conference of the Learning Sciences, ICLS 2023 - Montreal, Canada
Duration: Jun 10 2023Jun 15 2023

Publication series

NameProceedings of International Conference of the Learning Sciences, ICLS
ISSN (Print)1814-9316

Conference

Conference17th International Conference of the Learning Sciences, ICLS 2023
Country/TerritoryCanada
CityMontreal
Period06/10/2306/15/23

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