MotivateMe
Phase 1
Literature Review
Background Research
Motivation: I explored how teacher support and competence are critical to fostering self-determined motivation.
Organizational Tools: I identified that most users rely on 2-3 apps, like Notion, Google Calendar, and Trello, for planning and organization.
Achievement & Time: We linked active learning to improved achievement and time optimization, emphasizing its role in productivity.
Challenges: We highlighted the struggle students face in balancing academic and personal tasks, recommending integration tools as a solution.
Group Report
Motivation Drivers: I identified that autonomy support, competence, and intrinsic rewards drive sustained motivation, highlighting the need for features that enhance these elements.
Time Management Techniques: We explored strategies like time-chunking, auditing, and task rhythms, recommending their integration to improve productivity.
App Usage: I found that users rely on 2-3 apps (e.g., Notion, Trello, Google Calendar), suggesting the need for integrated, personalized tools.
Overcoming Procrastination: We recommended techniques like gamification and the Pomodoro method to combat procrastination and encourage timely task completion.
Task Prioritization: We explained how switching tasks enhances efficiency and how prioritization varies, advocating for customizable task management features.
Behavioral Insights: We highlighted how notification badges and opportunity costs influence user engagement, recommending their use to boost retention.
Challenges with Current Tools: We identified that many apps focus on task tracking but lack motivational features, advocating for tools that engage users beyond task completion.