Varied Knowledge Journal
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Varied Knowledge Journal, August 2026

A Systematic Literature Review of Motivation in Physics Education

Deo Alfitra Ramazhoni (Department of Physics Education, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)
Sukardiyono (Department of Physics Education, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)
Heru Kuswanto (Department of Physics Education, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)
Tugirin (Department of Physics Education, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
12 Aug 2026

Abstract

Learning motivation is an important factor influencing students’ conceptual understanding and learning outcomes in physics education. This study aims to synthesize empirical evidence on instructional methods used to enhance students’ motivation to learn physics through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR). The study follows the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, with articles obtained exclusively from the Scopus database using a Boolean search string. The inclusion criteria comprised empirical research articles published in English between 2020 and 2025 that examined instructional interventions aimed at enhancing students’ motivation to learn physics. Of the 376 articles initially identified, 15 articles met the eligibility criteria following the screening and eligibility assessment processes and were included in the analysis. The synthesis identified four major trends in instructional approaches: technology-enhanced learning, student-centered learning, contextual and culturally responsive learning, and reflective or metacognitive learning. Learning motivation was assessed through indicators such as learning engagement, self-efficacy, situational interest, curiosity, intrinsic motivation, and positive attitudes toward physics. Overall, the findings indicate that learning approaches integrating active student participation, educational technology, meaningful learning experiences, and relevant contexts are more effective in enhancing students’ motivation to learn physics.

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vkj

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Religion Arts Humanities Computer Science & IT Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Engineering Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Medicine & Pharmacology Social Sciences

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Varied Knowledge Journal (VKJ) is a multidisciplinary journal publish 4 issues a year with online version of E-ISSN 3026-5371 and can be accessed openly. This journal is a peer reviewed, open access, scientific and scholarly journal which publishes research papers, review papers, case reports, case ...