Goal Setting Theory (Locke & Latham) / Motivators, Mediators / State of Tension

Question 1

What is the basic assumption of Goal Setting Theory?

Answer 1

Motivation and performance are influenced by goal

This theory was developed by Locke and Latham.

Question 2

What does ‘Current Situation’ refer to in Goal Setting Theory?

Answer 2

Where are you right now

Question 3

What is the ‘State of tension’ in Goal Setting Theory?

Answer 3

The feeling of pressure or drive that happens when someone has a goal

Question 4

What are the mediators in Goal Setting Theory?

Answer 4

Focus, Persistence

These mediators influence success.

Question 5

What are the motivators in Goal Setting Theory?

Answer 5

Feedback, setting goals together

These increase effort.

Question 6

What is the difference between motivators and mediators?

Answer 6

Motivators are external factors; mediators are internal factors.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: _______ are external factors that can be influenced, such as managers or feedback.

Answer 7

Motivators

Question 8

Fill in the blank: _______ are internal factors within a person, like motivation, persistence or strategies.

Answer 8

Mediators

Question 9

How do motivators help in Goal Setting Theory?

Answer 9

They help to regulate progress toward a goal.

Question 10

How do mediators affect goal commitment?

Answer 10

They determine how strongly someone commits to a goal.

Question 11

True or False: State of tension encourages inaction towards achieving a goal.

Answer 11

False