Learning under stress: The moderating role of future time perspective

Abstract We investigated the relationship between students' perceived stress and investment in learning tested role of future time perspective (FTP) as a moderator. expected that FTP would serve protective factor association learning. Perceived was gauged by assessing mathematics anxiety related to class, learning, tests, measuring with respect mathematics. To measure FTP, we focused on school professional career. A total N = 349 secondary students from Netherlands participated this study. Results revealed negative associations their during while taking tests. The moderating effects were also found be significant. Contrary our expectations, higher levels associated stronger Moreover, class positive Overall, results may suggest motivates learn, but weakens motivating effect FTP.