Satisfaction: Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation in Engineering Writing Coursework

Abstract

Effectiveness. Dr. Pulford's professional background in engineering includes a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, an M.S. in Engineering Mechanics, and a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering as well as industry experience as an aircraft engineer. Her research and professional interests include faculty development, innovations in engineering communication education, engineering student identity and learning motivation, narrative structure in technical communication, and the improvisatory skills of educators.

On the Relationship between Writing Motivation, Academic Achievement, and Gender in tertiary education

“…Six items were allocated for intrinsic and four for extrinsic motivation. These items were inspired by Pulford et al (2018).…”

Examining the Differences in Student Motivation for Industry Projects and Non-Industry Projects in Senior Capstone Design

“…Intrinsic value is the inclination of a student's participation in activities that involve individual curiosity or enjoyment of the activity. 11,15 Student's often tend to lose interest if they face unfamiliar coursework, making senior design an interesting course to measure intrinsic value. This could be applicable in the case where students join a competition project despite their inclination toward industry projects or humanitarian projects.…”