BOHR International Journal of Operations Management Research and Practices

Academic pursuit is a long-term commitment, which can lead to negative consequences, such as lack of
motivation, dissatisfaction, and disappointment if performance in an examination is low. Enjoyment in academic
pursuits can sustain the interest and focus necessary to learn and perform. The flow theory, optimal level of arousal,
positive academic self-perception, and positive emotional environment provide the necessary intrinsic motivation
and important directions to develop strategies to enjoy academic pursuit. A framework has been developed to
indicate that simultaneous activation of positive academic self-perception and positive emotional environment
routes leads to effective learning with consequent improvement in performance. Students can use these devices
through continuous academic self-assessment. Research directions and applications are indicated.