Free nutritious meals; Does it Impact Student Learning Motivation?
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https://doi.org/10.55849/attasyrih.v11i1.274Keywords:
Free Nutritious Food, Learning Motivation, Elementary SchoolAbstract
Education has an important role in the development of the younger generation. One of the factors that affect the quality of education is student learning motivation. This study aims to examine the influence of free nutritious food on students' learning motivation. This study uses the literature review method to collect and analyze various relevant previous studies. In this study, an analysis was carried out on the relationship between nutritious food intake and the level of student learning motivation at various levels of Basic Education. The results of the study show that providing nutritious food can increase students' concentration, energy, and endurance so that it has a positive effect on their motivation in learning. Students who receive free nutritious meals tend to be more engaged in learning activities, have better attention and are better prepared for academic challenges. In addition, nutritious food also plays a role in improving students' physical and mental health which greatly supports their cognitive development. In conclusion, the provision of free nutritious meals has a significant impact on students' motivation to learn, which ultimately has the potential to improve their learning outcomes. Therefore, the policy of nutritious feeding can be considered as a strategy to support increased student learning motivation and create a healthier and more productive learning environment.
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