Influence factors on students motivation in introductory programming lectures of computer science non-majors

Programming is an essential part of the curriculum computer science non-major students. The motivation for various elements interdisciplinary degrees often very low in science, which faces a gender gap as well. Differences between study courses and confidence, attitude, student numbers, are investigated. In addition, influences perception, social background considered. A questionnaire was designed based on extensive research model purpose this research. survey conducted with two cohorts freshmen from introductory programming class at university applied sciences. outcomes compared against each other. First, explorative factor analysis performed. Afterwards, SmartPLS used to test developed model. overall participants moderate mostly influenced by their ability effort beliefs. These constructs different men women, but not degree programs, have impacts motivation. general, beliefs, turn affected perception background. While women show lower higher males samples opposite thus classes.