How Visual Information Affects Motivation in the Context of a Driving Test Failure
Alicia Bernsland, Linköping University (Sweden)
Birgitta Thorslund, Linköping University (Sweden)
Abstract
Failure is an inevitable part of life, especially in achievement-related activities. Since failure can threaten one’s self-esteem, it often leads individuals to disengage, negatively impacting their motivation to learn. Motivation is a crucial factor in the learning process, but how can it be maintained in the face of failure? The answer lies in effective feedback. Feedback plays a vital role in learning by reinforcing positive behaviors and motivating continued effort.
In the context of a driving test, the ability to learn from failure and manage emotions is particularly important. As driving simulators are being considered as a mandatory component of the Swedish driving test (1-3), this study aims to explore how visual presentation of feedback following an unexpected test failure can motivate further learning.
A convergent mixed-method and between-group design was used to compare three different feedback prototypes. Quantitative data from Likert scale self-assessments and qualitative data from open-ended responses were collected from 48 participants. Results showed that detailed feedback had the strongest positive impact on learning motivation and was viewed as the most effective. Clarity of feedback emerged as a key factor in this effect. However, participants felt the feedback was not entirely comprehensive. Suggestions for improvement are discussed.
Keywords |
Driver eduction, Simulator test, Feedback |
REFERENCES |
[1] The Swedish Transport Administration, & The Swedish Transport Agency. (2019). Förslag på nytt förarutbildningssystem för personbil, behörighet B [Suggestion of new driver education system for passenger car]. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:trafikverket:diva-5356
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[3] Thorslund, B., Thellman, S., Selander, H. (2024b). An Evaluation of Driver Education Goal Fulfillment in a Simulator-Based Driver Screening Test. Proceedings of the 19th SweCog Conference, October 10-11, Stockholm Sweden, 155-160. |