Achievement Motivation Flashcards
1
Q
Define achievement motivtion.
A
The desire to succeed, minus the fear of faliure.
2
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What are the 2 personality types suggested by Atkinson.
A
1- Approach Behaviour: approaches competiton with enthusiasm- asks to take the penalty.
2- Avoidance Behaviour: tries to avoid the competition- at the back for penalties.
3
Q
What does NACH stand for
A
Need to achieve
4
Q
What does NAF
A
The need to avoid failure.
5
Q
What is interaction.
A
The combination of the situational and personality factors that decide the level of achievement motivation.
6
Q
How do you develop the need to achieve?
A
Attribute success internally. Use reinforcement. Set goals Improve confidence/ self-efficacy. Allow success.
7
Q
What is the achievement goal theory?
A
Motivation and task persistence depend on the types of goals set and how they success is measured.
