Motivation Flashcards
What is Motivation?
- comes from latin word ‘movere’ which means ‘to move’
- defined as: an urge from within, internal process that activates, guides and maintains behavior over time
The Motivation Cycle
need- drive- arousal- goal directed behavior- achievement- reduction of arousal
Approaches
Instinct theory: Born to be motivated
Drive-reduction theory: Satisfying our needs
Arousal theory: Seeking optimum activation/ Beyond drive reduction
Incentive theory: Motivation’s Pull
Instinct Theory
motivation is a result of our biological instincts
Drive Reduction Theory
the primary motivation behind all human behavior is to reduce ‘drives.’ ex: hunger, sex, etc
Arousal Theory
people are driven toward situations and activities that will maintain an optimum level of arousal. beyond drive reduction
Incentive Theory
people are motivated by external stimuli or positive incentives to engage in behaviors.
Cognitive Theory of Motivation
motivation based on:
1. information available to our senses at that point
2. past experiences relating to the action
Intrinsic motivation is the force that compels us to fulfill our inner potential and interests
Extrinsic motivation, on the other hand, is experienced when our actions are influenced by the desire to attain goal objects or rewards. Rewards may be tangible, such as food or money, or intangible, such as pride and recognition.
Growth Mindset
a motivation theory that involves believing that intelligence and skills can be developed through effort and practice
Maslow’s Hierarchy + Critique
Transcendental Meditation
The focus of the Transcendental Meditation technique is to settle your body down to a state of restful alertness
Self Actualisation
- fulfil ones unique potential
- a self act, the individual is at peace with oneself
- happy that they are using their talent to the fullest
McClelland’s Theory
Biological Factors
Environmental Factors
