Motivation

Question 1

what is motivation?

Answer 1

the willingness of an individual to act in a certain way to achieve something

the drive to succeed

Question 2

what is intrinsic motivation?

Answer 2

drive to perform due to internal factors which include satisfaction, pride and enjoyment
- increases task persistence to keep motivations levels hight

Question 3

what is extrinsic motivation?

Answer 3

drive to perform due to external factors which include money, trophies, titles, pressure and praise
- overuse can decrease task persistence and decrease levels of motivation leading to boredom

Question 4

what is a tangible extrinsic motivator?

Answer 4

rewards that can be given a monetary value

e.g. a prize or trophy

Question 5

what is a intangible extrinsic motivator?

Answer 5

rewards that cannot be given monetary value

e.g. audience praise