lec 4 Flashcards
- What are the two main types of motivation?
Intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic is driven by personal satisfaction, and extrinsic is driven by external rewards or punishments.
- How is intrinsic motivation related to creativity?
Intrinsic motivation is essential for creativity, as it fosters personal satisfaction and deep engagement in creative tasks.
How does extrinsic motivation affect creativity?
Extrinsic motivation, driven by rewards or punishments, can undermine intrinsic motivation, stifling creativity in the long term.
What is expectancy theory?
Expectancy theory states people are motivated when they believe their efforts will lead to good performance, which will then lead to desired outcomes.
What are the three components of expectancy theory?
Expectancy: Belief that effort leads to good performance.
Instrumentality: Belief that good performance leads to a desired outcome.
Valence: The value of the outcome to the individual.
How does expectancy theory relate to creativity?
To motivate creativity, individuals must believe in their ability to succeed, that their work will be valued, and that they will be rewarded meaningfully.
Can rewards hurt creativity?
Yes, if rewards are seen as the sole reason for doing a task, they can undermine intrinsic motivation, harming creativity.
How can rewards support creativity?
Unexpected rewards or those that support intrinsic motivation can boost creativity by enhancing motivation and reinforcing enjoyment of the task.
What are the five aspects of social environments that can negatively impact creativity?
Judgement: Fear of judgement inhibits risk-taking.
Being watched: Surveillance can stifle creativity.
Rewards as motivators: Over-reliance on rewards can diminish creativity.
Being told how to create: Strict guidelines limit creative freedom.
Competition: Focus on winning can detract from creative thinking.
How can competition impact creativity?
Competition can either motivate or hinder creativity by focusing individuals on winning rather than exploring new ideas.
What kind of work environment fosters creativity?
A work environment that provides sufficient resources, independence, encouragement for new ideas, supportive teams, constructive feedback, and clear goals fosters creativity.
Why is independence important for creativity in the workplace?
Independence allows creative individuals to freely explore and experiment with their ideas without external constraints or micromanagement.
How does encouragement of new ideas help creativity?
Encouraging new ideas fosters an open and dynamic environment where creativity is nurtured and explored.
Why is constructive feedback important for creativity?
Constructive feedback helps individuals refine and improve their ideas, making them more innovative and effective.
What are the four factors that affect creativity at the organizational level?
Person: Individual skills, experience, and motivation.
Process: Thought processes and problem-solving approaches.
Place: Physical and psychological work environment.
Product: The creative outcome or result.
What determines a positive climate for creativity in the workplace?
A positive climate is supported by a shared vision, participatory decision-making, psychological safety, and support for innovation.
What does participatory decision-making entail?
It involves involving all team members in decision-making processes, ensuring their ideas and contributions are valued.
What is psychological safety in the context of creativity?
Psychological safety means individuals feel comfortable sharing new ideas without fear of criticism or negative consequences.
What is the role of support for innovation in fostering creativity?
Support for innovation encourages individuals to experiment with new ideas, take risks, and challenge existing ways of thinking.
What are some approaches to increase creativity?
Approaches include brainstorming, negative brainstorming, the gallery method, roleplaying, mind mapping, and the Ideal Final Result technique.
What is brainstorming?
Brainstorming is a technique for generating as many ideas as possible in a short time, with no judgment or criticism, and prioritizing quantity over quality.
What is negative brainstorming?
Negative brainstorming focuses on generating “bad” ideas to uncover potential problems, which can then be turned into positive solutions.
How does the gallery method work?
In the gallery method, each participant writes down their ideas and then circulates to review and provide feedback on others’ ideas, refining their own based on the input.
What is roleplaying in creative problem-solving?
Roleplaying encourages participants to view a problem from different perspectives, helping them generate creative solutions by stepping outside their usual thought patterns.
