• Dr. Sangita Kumari

This pilot study examines the effectiveness of achievement motivation and self-concept among secondary school students in Deoghar, Jharkhand. Achievement motivation drives a student’s desire to succeed, while self-concept reflects their perception of abilities and identity. The study aims to assess the levels of these constructs, explore their interrelationship, and evaluate the impact of targeted interventions designed to enhance them. A sample of 100 students from urban and rural schools was selected using stratified random sampling. Standardized tools were used to measure achievement motivation and self-concept, and a four-week intervention program was implemented to boost these attributes. Descriptive statistics revealed that urban students initially scored higher in both achievement motivation and self-concept compared to their rural counterparts. Post-intervention, both groups showed significant improvements. Inferential analysis through paired t-tests confirmed the effectiveness of the intervention, with significant gains in achievement motivation (t = 6.5, p < 0.01) and self-concept (t = 4.8, p < 0.01). Independent t-tests highlighted disparities between urban and rural students, while Pearson correlation analysis indicated a strong positive relationship (r = 0.75, p < 0.01) between achievement motivation and self-concept. The findings suggest that interventions targeting achievement motivation and self-concept are effective in fostering these psychological constructs. However, disparities between urban and rural students underscore the need for tailored strategies to address socio-economic barriers. The study concludes that enhancing achievement motivation and self-concept not only improves academic outcomes but also contributes to students' overall personal development. These results provide a foundation for broader research and offer valuable insights for educators and policymakers aiming to support students in diverse socio-economic contexts.

Achievement motivation, self-concept, secondary school students, urban-rural disparity, intervention effectiveness.

"PILOT STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ACHIEVEMENT MOTIVATION AND SELF-CONCEPT OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DEOGHAR", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 12, page no.h490-h497, December-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2412759.pdf

"PILOT STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ACHIEVEMENT MOTIVATION AND SELF-CONCEPT OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DEOGHAR", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 12, page no. pph490-h497, December-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2412759.pdf