5- Motivation

Question 1

Define motivation

Answer 1

A drive to succeed

Question 2

The 4 types of motivation

Answer 2

*intrinsic: from within. The satisfaction of successful of successfully
*Extrinsic: from an outside source. Praise from the coach, other players, scouts.
*Tangible: physical can be touched, e.g. trophies, certificates
*Intangible: non-physical, e.g. praise, concern,
encouragement .

Question 3

Intrinsic motivation

Answer 3

*intrinsic: from within. The satisfaction of success

Question 4

Extrinsic motivation

Answer 4

*Extrinsic: from an outside source. Praise from the coach, other players, scouts.

Question 5

Tangible

Answer 5

*Tangible: physical can be touched, e.g. trophies, certificates

Question 6

Intangible

Answer 6

*Intangible: non-physical, e.g. praise, concern,

encouragement .

Question 7

Intrinsic motives

Answer 7

Intrinsic motives:
■Intrinsic rewards are more effective, stronger and long lasting, they give more satisfaction and pride and a sense of control.

Question 8

Extrinsic motives

Answer 8

Extrinsic motives:
■attract to the activity and provide early motivation.
■If used too much may undermine value of the activity and therefore Intrinsic motivation, players compete just for the reward.
■Extrinsic rewards may create pressure on players to achieve and if they don’t get the reward, motivation can be lost. The same pressure may also promote cheating

Question 9

How to motivate

Answer 9

A coach should try to combine and maintain both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

Question 10

Methods used by coaches to motivate performers

Answer 10

■Rewards, praise and positive reinforcement
■Make the task fun/enjoyable
■Make sure the performer can succeed
■Point out the benefits of exercise
■Negative reinforcement (for experts)
■Set attainable goals
■Point out role models
■Break the task down
■Attribute success internally

Question 11

Exam-style question

Answer 11

What are the advantages of using intrinsic rather than extrinsic methods of motivation to help sports performers? (2 marks)

• Intrinsic gives a sense of pride and satisfaction.
• Too much extrinsic reward takes away value of the sport.
• Extrinsic can create too much pressure.
• Can lead to cheating.
• Motivation can be lost if the extrinsic reward is not gained.