motivation Flashcards
1
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define motivation
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the drive or desire to achieve success
2
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define intrinsic motivation and give a practical example
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- an inner drive to achieve success or desire to win
- e.g. a sense of accomplishment/ feel good factor/ self-satisfaction/ feeling of pride
3
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define extrinsic motivation and give a practical example
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the drive to achieve success from an external source such as a coach
e.g. medal, money or praise
4
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describe the 2 types of extrinsic motivation
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tangible: can be touched or held e.g. medal/ trophy
intangible: cannot be touched e.g. cheers of crowd
5
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what are the advatntages of the uses and effects of intrinsic motivation
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- more effective, long term & encourage lifelong participation
- more valuable with people taking part for own gain e.g. self-satisfaction
- more self-sufficient i.e. you dont ned anyone else to be present
6
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what are the disadvantages of the uses and effects of intrinsic motivation
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- intrinsic motives such as fun may disappear as is not be enough to maintain motivation to participate
- a cognitive learner may find it difficult and not that enjoyable so may require more than just intrinsic motivation to keep them persisting in the learning
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what are the disadvantages of the uses and effects of extrinsic motivation
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- extrinsic motivation may undermine intrinsic motivation
- may not lead to long term participation and can lose its effect
- if extrinsic rewards are removed then motivation may decline e.g. once you achieved all swimming badges you give up as there is nothing to win
- may be demotivating if you dont achieve the level required to recieve extrinsic reward
8
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what are the advantages of the uses and effects of extrinsic motivation
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- extrinsic rewards may have more significant impact
- extrinsic reards such as badges may be very effective with young children learning a new sport
- extrinsic rewards may improve confidence
