motivation

Question 1

define motivation

Answer 1

a drive to succeed

Question 2

what are tangible rewards

Answer 2

rewards that can be touched or held, physical

Question 3

what are intangible rewards

Answer 3

non-physical rewards

Question 4

why is it important to kepp players motivated

Answer 4

keeps players on track - avaoid a plateau
keeps the persistant and consistant in giving their best in every game

Question 5

characteristics of intrinsic motivation

Answer 5

comes from within
inner drive
participate for the ‘love’ of the sport
feeling of pride
self-satisfaction
improved physical fitness and mental health
social rewards
doesn’t work for cognitive performers

Question 6

characteristics of extrinsic motivation

Answer 6

from an outside source such as other players or spectators
can be in the form of tangible or intangible rewards
this motivation attracts performers to the sportto begin with, helps cognitive performers
raises confidence
increases participation

Question 7

why should coaches not place too much emphasis on extrinsic rewards

Answer 7

over use may lead to loss in value or incentive
players may compete for the wrong reasons
puts pressure on performers - could bend the rules for the reward
they can undermine the intrinsic reasons for competing

Question 8

which type of motivation is better

Answer 8

intrinsice because it is stronger and longer lasting

Question 9

how can coaches maintain both types of motivation

Answer 9

offering rewards and incentives early on
making the activity fun and enjoyable
point out health benefits
breaking down the skill into parts to allow success
point out role models
give them praise, so they feel responsible for any success achieved
attributing success internally
setting goals
using feedback to inspire and correct errors