Trajectory subgroups of perceived emotional support from teachers: Associations with change in mastery climate and intentions to quit upper secondary school

The aims of this three-wave longitudinal study were to identify and describe trajectories perceived emotional support from teachers investigate whether these related the development intentions quit upper secondary school via change in mastery climate. Among 1379 Norwegian students, three trajectory subgroups identified: stable high (84.9%), decreasing (7.8%), low increasing (7.3%). differed levels achievement ambition academic self-concept. Further, a parallel process latent growth curve model revealed essential associations with school. Specifically, students probabilities membership subgroup appeared be at particular risk, perceiving decrease climate that was worrying results are discussed considering importance sustained supportive learning environment for late adolescents.