Motivation

Question 1

What are the 4 types of motivation

Answer 1

• intrinsic
• extrinsic
• tangible
• intangible

Question 2

Intrinsic

Answer 2

From within. The satisfaction of successfully completing a task, pride self satisfaction.

Question 3

Extrinsic

Answer 3

From an outside source, praise from the coach, other players, scouts

Question 4

Tangible

Answer 4

Physical can be touched e.g. trophies, certificates

Question 5

Intangible

Answer 5

Non-physical e.g. praise, concern, encouragement

Question 6

How to motivate a performer

Answer 6

• offering incentives and rewards early on such as a player of the week award
• pointing out health benefits of doing the task
• pointing out role models to whom the performer can aspire
• Making an activity fun and enjoyable perhaps by including mini games and easier tasks to allow success

Question 7

Advantages and disadvantages of extrinsic motives

Answer 7

+ attracted to the activity and provides early motivation

• If use too much may undermine the value of the activity and therefore intrinsic motivation players compete just for the reward
• Extrinsic rewards may create pressure on players to achieve and if they don’t get the reward motivation can be lost the same pressure may also promote cheating

Question 8

Advantages of intrinsic motives

Answer 8

+ Intrinsic rewards are more affective stronger and long-lasting they give more satisfaction pride and sense of control