1.e. Expectancy Theory Flashcards
1
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Vroom’s VIE Theory
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Valence
Instrumentality
Expectancy
2
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Valence
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The strength of a persons desire/preference for a particular outcome
How attractive the outcome/reward is
Attracting & repelling forces
Weigh up how desirable it is
3
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Instrumentality
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Perceived relationship between performance & attaining desired outcome
4
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Expectancy
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Belief that a particular behaviour will lead to higher performance e.g. effort & hard work
5
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Eval.
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Explained how cognitive processes of the individual play into decision-making
6
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Criticism
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Overestimation of calculations
People don’t do such complex calculations for every small decision
Ignoring non-cognitive elements
e.g. personality & emotion
What motivates each person rather than why are some people more motivated than others
