Motivation Flashcards
Motivation
The psychological drive (desire) to succeed
The internal mechanisms and external stimuli which arousal and direct behaviour
Two types of motivation
Intrinsic
Extrinsic
Intrinsic motivation
Internal drive (desire) to participate or perform well
- feeling of enjoyment in taking part, okay for the love of the game
- Satisfaction
- Pride
- Enjoyment/fun = not necessarily focused on the outcome
Intrinsic motivation leads to increased task persistence which ensures that motivation remains high even when setbacks occur
Extrinsic motivation
external drive (desire) to participate or perform well
- money
- Trophies
- Titles
- Praise from others
- Pressure from others = to do well
tangible = rewards which can be given monetary value: drive to earn cups, medals, money, intangible = rewards which cannot be given monetary value: praise/claps from audience, coach
Overusing it can lead to reduction in enjoyment of the game/ become obsessed/ not play for the fun
Strengths of intrinsic motivation
- intrinsic rewards may be more ‘valuable’ with the individual taking part for their own benefit
- Intrinsic motivation may encourage lifelong participation/ be more long term
- more self sufficient I.e. don’t need anyone else to be present
Weaknesses of intrinsic motivation
- intrinsic motivators (fun) may not be enough to maintain the motivation to participate
- a cognitive learner may find it difficult and not that enjoyable so may require more than just intrinsic motivation
Strengths of extrinsic motivation
- extrinsic rewards may have more of a significant impact
- may improve confidence
- extrinsic rewards, e.g. badges may be a very effective way to get children to start to learn a sport
Weaknesses of extrinsic motivation
- if extrinsic rewards are removed, motivation may decline
- may not lead to long term participation
Overusing it can lead to reduction in enjoyment of the game/ become obsessed/ not play for the fun
