The Impact of Feedback Technologies on Student Motivation and Development of Academic Competencies. An Experimental Study
The Impact of Feedback Technologies on Student Motivation and Development of Academic Competencies. An Experimental Study

Summary/Abstract: Against the backdrop of increasing educational interconnectedness across Europe, the digital transformation of higher education calls for the development of essential competencies that enable students to adapt to and actively participate in the European digital society. This study explores the impact of educational technologies on students’ academic motivation and performance through the integration of the Student Feedback Tool (SFT) platform into university teaching activities. The research was conducted on a sample of 200 students, divided into an experimental group and a control group, and analyzed changes in intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, as well as seminar performance. This study used four main instruments to measure the variables of interest: the academic motivation questionnaire, the Student Feedback Tool, the standardized seminar performance evaluation form, and student focus groups. The quantitative data gathered were complemented by qualitative insights from the focus group discussions. The results indicate a significant increase in intrinsic motivation and academic performance among students who received continuous digital feedback. Moreover, students reported higher levels of engagement, clarity of expectations, and perceived usefulness of feedback. The study supports the integration of educational technologies into instructional design as an effective strategy for enhancing student engagement, motivation, and accountability in the learning process within a digitally connected academic environment.

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