8.2 Motivational Theories- Classic Approaches

Question 1

(Internal) Maslow’s need theory

Answer 1

humans have basic set of needs and that these need express themselves over the life span of the individual as internal “pushes” or drives.

Question 2

Maslow’s needs

Answer 2

1. physiological needs
2. security needs
3. love or social needs
4. esteem needs
5. self actualization

Question 3

two-factor theory

Answer 3

Herzberg. two basic needs. not five suggested by Maslow and that they were not so much arranged hierarchically as independent of each other.

Question 4

hygiene needs

Answer 4

lower level needs described in Herzberg’s two-factor theory. Herzberg proposed that meeting these needs would eliminate dissatisfaction but would not result in motivated behavior or a state of positive satisfaction.

Question 5

motivator needs

Answer 5

higher level needs. Herzberg two factor theory. t meeting these needs resulted in the expenditure of effort as well as satisfaction.

Question 6

reinforcement theory

Answer 6

depends on three elements. stimulus. response. and reward.

Question 7

contingent reward

Answer 7

depends on or is contingent on a particular response

Question 8

intermittent reward

Answer 8

reward that is given for only some correct response

Question 9

continues reward

Answer 9

presented every time a correct response occurs.