Date of Graduation
1998
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
Literature from the fields of educational psychology, instructional communication, and organizational management are reviewed to lend insight into the relationship between interest and empowerment. Theoretical similarities of these two constructs are highlighted in an attempt to argue for concept isomorphism. The discussion of student interest will address (a) how interest has been examined to date, (b) the definition and components of interest, (c) qualitative differences in types of interest, (d) how interest has been manipulated, and (e) measurement and operationalization concerns in interest. This discussion of interest will be followed by a section that looks at how some of the issues raised in the review of the interest literature may be resolved by an examination of learner empowerment and how teacher behavior can impact student attitudes. Finally, method, results, and discussion sections are also included.
Recommended Citation
Weber, Keith David, "Student Interest and Teacher Behaviors." (1998). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports. 9994.
https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/9994