María Cristina Núñez del Río

Enfoques de atención a la diversidad, estrategias de aprendizaje y motivación en educación secundaria

This exploratory study aims to identify and analyze differences in the learningstrategies and motivational patterns manifested by high school studentsfrom the Madrid Community, based on the educational approach to diversityin the said study center. A total of 437 students answered the LearningStrategies and Motivation Questionnaire (CEAM). Several descriptive analyseswere carried out, along with an analysis of variance (ANOVA) on studentoutcomes depending on the focus of attention placed on diversity withinthe schools studied throughout the Questionnaire. Statistically, significantdifferences were found in favor of the Integral Adaptation Center regardinglearning strategies (relationship building) and motivation (intrinsic forgroup work and internal attribution). These results support the desirabilityfor educational establishments to adopt an inclusive approach to diversity soas to improve the independent learning skills among their students.