Motivation

Question 1

Define motivation

Answer 1

• Is a drive to succeed.

Question 2

Why is it important to keep performers motivated?

Answer 2

• Keeps players on track.
• Keeps them persistent and consistent in giving their best every game.

Question 3

Intrinsic motivation

Answer 3

• Comes from within.
• Inner drive.
• Self-satisfaction.
• Feeling of pride.
• Participate for the ‘love’ of sport.

Question 4

Example of intrinsic motivation

Answer 4

• Learning to somersault on a trampoline for your own gratification, or a javelin thrower attempting to throw a personal best.

Question 5

Why is intrinsic motivation good?

Answer 5

• This type of motivation will maintain participation for a longer period of time.

Question 6

What is extrinsic motivation?

Answer 6

• Outside source such as a coach, other players or spectators.
• Can be presented in 2 forms: tangible and intangible.

Question 7

Define tangible rewards

Answer 7

• Rewards that are physical/ can be touched or held e.g. certificate, trophies and money.

Question 7

Define intangible rewards

Answer 7

• Non- psychical and concern praise and encouragement e.g. applause, positive comments.

Question 8

Why is this type of motivation good?

Answer 8

• This type of motivation attracts performers to the sport to begin with and is therefore a useful strategy with cognitive learners.
• It raises confidence and increases participation.

Question 9

Coaches and players must be careful not to place too much emphasis on extrinsic rewards, why?

Answer 9

• Over-use may lead to loss in value or incentive.
• If there is always a trophy this may become the norm rather than the exception (players may compete for the award and not the true value).
• Could place pressure on performers to get the reward + could lead to cheating (gamesmanship).
• Can undermine the intrinsic reasons for competing.

Question 10

Which motivation is better and why?

Answer 10

• Intrinsic motivation is better because its stronger and longer lasting.

Question 11

Strategies to maintain motivation

Answer 11

• Offering rewards and incentives early on.
• Making the activity fun and enjoyable.
• Point out health benefits.
• Point out role models.
• Using feedback to inspire and correct errors.