Effects of FLEP on Self-Motivation and Aspiration to Learn Among Low-Achieving Students: An Experimental Study across Gender

Research has shown that self-motivation and aspiration to learn affect academic performance. Hence, this study examines effects of the FLEP program on motivation and aspiration to learn among low-achievers. The study used an quasi experimental design with pre-post control group. Five hundred and ninety-six students participated in the study for three consecutive years. The students were given a module consisted of 120 fun learning enrichment activities in mathematics and science that promotes self-motivation and aspiration to learn. Results show that prior to intervention, the students had low motivation and aspiration. After intervention, their motivation and aspiration to learn increased consecutively.