Abstract:

This study looks into teachers' perceptions of motivation and the impact of their actions on the motivation of Chemistry undergraduates. We took a qualitative approach, considering contexts and searching for meaning in teaching reports and manifestations. The research included seven professors from two higher-level federal institutions who were chosen based on their activities in Chemistry and their willingness to participate. Data were collected in the second semester of 2022 via a semi-structured interview and analyzed using Discursive Textual Analysis. The findings revealed that interviewees knew little about motivational processes and preferred traditional methods. They also prioritized cognitive and technological dimensions over psychological and socioemotional ones. As a result, we hope to contribute to the discussion about the importance of motivation in Chemistry teachers' training, thereby raising interest and maturity regarding the subject in education.

Keywords:
Initial teacher training; Chemistry teaching; Student motivation; Self-determination theory; Philosophy and education