Cognitive Evaluation Theory (CET)-SDT mini Flashcards
Intrinsic motivation-starting place
behaviors performed for inherent satisfaction, no separable outcomes
behavior Occurs spontaneously-manifests as exploration or play
Inherently satisfying
Internal perceived locus of causality-originate from sources inside of self-if come from external locus of causality emanate from sources outside of seld
Accompanied by interest,excitement and enjoyment. It feels good because good for us
Necessary for healthy development and learning
Cognitive evaluation theory examines
how external events facilitate or undermine intrinsic motivation
deCharms’ hypothesis
f you take intrinsically motivated behavior(internal locus) and contingently reinforce that behavior with reward. Then reinforcing should prompt a shift in perceived locus of casualty from internal to external. Undermines autonomy
Decis 1971 experiment
SOMA puzzles
Two conditions
reward condition and no reward conditions
Free choice paradigm
experimenter said- now you will have time to yourself, what you do with that time is up to you