In motivation research, network analyses are gaining increasing importance. Although more and more studies are applying these methods, it is often unclear what specific conclusions can be drawn from the chosen type of network analysis and what insights it can offer for understanding motivation. This study provides an overview of four variants of network analysis and assesses their potential for investigating learning and achievement motivation.
Jähne, M. F., Naumann, A., Moeller, J., Baars, J., & Dietrich, J. (in press). Which insights can research on achievement motivation gain from network analysis? Comparing different network methods empirically. Motivation Science. https://doi.org/10.1037/mot0000397