A Study on the Relationship between Perseverance and Learning Satisfaction among Students

Abstract

Learning satisfaction is a crucial aspect of the educational experience, significantly affecting student engagement, motivation, and overall performance. However, the specific impact of persistence on learning satisfaction within this unique educational context has not been thoroughly explored. This study explores how student persistence impacts learning satisfaction and the mediating roles of flow experience and motivation. A quantitative research approach was employed, involving 430 students enrolled in higher vocational programs. Data were collected with validated self-reports and analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). The findings revealed that persistence exerts a significant and positive influence on the learning satisfaction of students in higher vocational programs. Moreover, flow experience and learning motivation were identified as key mediators in this relationship. This study enhances educational psychology by clarifying the factors influencing learning satisfaction. It also enriches existing theoretical frameworks by advancing knowledge of the interplay between persistence, flow experience, learning motivation, and learning satisfaction.