Table 5

The Distribution of Interview Themes and Sub-themes About the Participating Students’ Motivation to Learn Mathematics during the VIVMP

ThemesSub-themesExemplary Statements for the Sub-theme from the InterviewsPercentage of the Participants Having Evidence of the Sub-theme (N = 12)
Intrinsic Motivation to Learn MathematicsEnjoymentI like mathematics.92%
 Competence BeliefsI think mathematics is easy.45%
Extrinsic Motivation to Learn MathematicsPerformance Goals (External Regulation)This program will help me to get higher scores on the test.64%
 Preference for Quick Work (External Regulation)Assignments did not take very long.82%
 Parental Expectations (Introjection)My parents were a great source of motivation.23%
Enhanced Learning OpportunitiesTechnological and Visual AffordancesIt was easy to return to if I didn’t understand it at first.91%
 Presence of a Virtual TeacherIt was like a teacher teaching me.82%
 Ability to Review Previously Learned Mathematical ConceptsBecause of the review, I was able to understand the math.82%

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