Work Motivation and Attitude of Criminology Students
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https://doi.org/10.67669/facci0016Keywords:
Work motivation, work attitude, criminology interns, quantitative researchAbstract
This study aimed to evaluate the levels of work motivation and work attitude among criminology intern students, considering variables such as sex, category (officer or non-officer, and type of school (public or private). Using a quantitative descriptive research design, data were collected from 100 criminology interns via a structured survey. The findings revealed that criminology interns exhibited very high levels of both work motivation and work attitude, regardless of their sex, category, or type of school. Statistical analyses, including t-tests and Pearson correlations, indicated no significant differences in motivation and attitude across groups. However, a significant relationship was found between work motivation and work attitudes. Based on the study’s findings, a proposed enhancement plan was created to support the continued development of criminology interns. The study found that sex, student category, and school type did not significantly affect motivation and attitude levels among criminology interns. These findings underscore the significance of maintaining and enhancing high levels of motivation and attitude through customized educational and training programs, contributing to the overall effectiveness and readiness of future law enforcement professionals.
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