ENHANCING STUDENT MOTIVATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION: THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS AND PRACTICAL STRATEGIES

The article provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical exploration of student motivation within the educational process. The study emphasizes that motivation is a core driving force behind students’ intellectual, personal, and professional development. The research sets out to define the concept of motivation, its types, and the mechanisms for its enhancement in the context of higher education. Key words: Educational motivation, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, student engagement, personal development, pedagogical factors, motivation theories, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, higher education, teaching strategies, academic success, psychological factors, social motivation