Motivation

Question 1

What is motivation?

Answer 1

The drive to succeed.

Question 2

What are the four different types of motivation?

Answer 2

-Intrinsic
-Extrinsic
-Tangible
-Intangible

Question 3

Define intrinsic motivation.

Answer 3

From within. Satisfaction of completing a task, pride, self-satisfaction.

Question 4

Define extrinsic motivation.

Answer 4

From outside sources. praise from the coach, other players, and scouts.

Question 5

Define tangible motivation.

Answer 5

physical, can be touched, eg. trophies, certificates.

Question 6

Define intangible motivation.

Answer 6

non-physical, eg. praise, concern, encouragement.

Question 7

What are extrinsic motives?

Answer 7

Attract to activity and provide early motivation.

Question 8

What are the problems with extrinsic motives?

Answer 8

-If used too much may undermine the value of activity+therefore intrinsic motivation, players compete just for rewards.
-May create pressure on players to achieve and if don’t get rewarded motivation can be lost. Some pressures promote cheating.

Question 9

What are the benefits of intrinsic motives?

Answer 9

More effective, stronger and long-lasting, they give more satisfaction and a sense of control.

Question 10

What are the methods used by coaches to motivate performers?

Answer 10

-Rewards, praise and positive reinforcement.
-Make tasks fun/enjoyable.
-Make sure performer can succeed.
-point out benefits of exercise.
-Negative reinforcement (for experts).