The results also suggest that low intelligence and poor motivation predict academic achievement, both directly and indirectly, through an increased risk for externalizing problems. (link.springer.com)
Easy and presumptuous compassion, undisciplined pity or guilt, even «love» are poor motivations for significant work. (religion-online.org)
As these unpleasant experiences continue, a negative attitude toward school, self, and learning in general may result, and poor motivation habits may develop (Covington, 1984). (davidsongifted.org)