Motivation and Wellbeing Flashcards
Define motivation.
The conscious or unconscious drive leading the behaviours that individuals initiate., direct and maintain.
Jonas went to the shop at 1.00 because he was hungry.
Describe the type of motive Jonas was having and use it to explain Jonas’s actions.
(3M)
- Physiological
- This source of motivation is necessary for survival and they are motivate most human behaviour.
- Jonas needs food to survive because he is hungry, hence his motive.
Describe cognition motive.
(2M)
Motivation derived from cognitions include intellectual challenges, due to the intrinsic satisfaction they produce and the drive to satisfy curiosity and explore personal interests like people goals in life.
Describe emotional motives.
Emotional motivation can stem from trying to avoid pain and from seeking happiness.
Janice scored well on her psychology test so that she can get validation from her friends.
Name the source of motivation and describe it according to the scenario above.
(3M)
- Social motive
- Humans have the need to be with other people, that is what drives humans to develop social relationships and belong to groups.
- Janice wants approval and respect from her group of friends, which drives her to score well on her test.
Name the theorist responsible for the Self Determination Theory.
Deci and Ryan.
State the perspective of the Self Determination Theory.
- The overturning of the belief that humans perform behaviour for the sole purpose of being rewarded.
- Their SDT outlined the concepts of amotivation, intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation as well three psychological needs for motivation.
- SDT is critical in the development and use of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.
Define extrinsic motivation.
Motivation that stems from a desire for external rewards.
Define Intrinsic Motivation
Motivation driven by an inner desire for self-satisfaction arising from achieving a specific goal (intrinsic regulation).
Describe the three psychological needs for motivation.
(9M)
- Competence
- The desire to feel capable of mastering new skills and experiencing a sense of achievement,
- Satisfying the need for competence increases the likelihood an individual will feel satisfaction from overcoming obstacles and engaging in their pursuit. - Autonomy
- The need for people to feel in control of their own actions/master of their own destiny
- Satisfying this need improves well being and increases motivation - Relatedness
- The need to feel connected and have meaningful relationships with others
- Individuals have a longing to form social connections and be part of positive relationships with others.
- Fulfilling this need contributes to overall well-being.
An individual avoids studying and does not complete homework because he/she feels that they not academically competent.
Describe the component of motivation here according to the scenario.
(4M)
- Amotivation
- Lack of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation (non-regulation).
- regulated by non-intentional, nonvaluing, incompetence and lack of control.
- The individual doesn’t find value or feel capable of achieving it.
A student works hard to get good grades in order to get rewards from parents
Describe the component of motivation here according to the scenario.
- Extrinsic Motivation (External Regulation)
- driven by external rewards, compliance, conformity or punishments.
- to satisfy external demands or to receive a reward.
- The behaviour is controlled by a third party.
An individual is studying because they feel obligated to make their parents proud.
Describe the component of motivation here according to the scenario.
- Extrinsic Motivation (Introjected Regulation)
- partially internal but still based on external pressure, often driven by feelings of guilt, shame, or obligation. (Includes effort to protect the ego and rewards and punishments and maintaining self-esteem or pride.)
- one accepts the reason / goals as necessary but the internal (psychological) does not fully accept the behaviour.
A student who studies hard to prepare for WACE exam because getting into college is very important for him/her (goal set for himself).
Describe the component of motivation here according to the scenario.
- Extrinsic motivation (identified motivation)
- becomes more self-determined, as the individual recognizes the personal importance or value of the activity, even if it’s not enjoyable.
- Is somewhat internal and based on conscious values and that which is personally important to the individual.
- An individual consciously values a goal and considers the activity to be personally significant
The student studies hard to prepare for WACE exam because it aligns with their identity as an excellent / top scoring student in the school.
Describe the component of motivation here according to the scenario.
- Extrinsic Motivation (Internal Regulation)
- individual fully accepts the reason for the action. The action is self-initiated and self-contained; not governed by outside forces.
An individual pursuing a degree in psychology because it’s fascinating and personally fulfilling.
Describe the component of motivation here according to the scenario.
- Intrinsic Motivation
- inner desire for self-satisfaction arising from achieving a specific goal (intrinsic regulation).
- inner desire for self-satisfaction arising from achieving a specific goal (intrinsic regulation).
State the strengths of the Self Determination Theory.
- Theory is widely applicable across different cultures and contexts as the three fundamental psychological needs: autonomy, competence and relatednes, are viewed as being universal.
- Intrinsic motivation is the crucial aspect of the self determination theory supporting the tendency for people to participate in activities that they find personally enjoyable and satisfying, as opposed to engaging in them to receive extrinsic rewards.
State one limitation of SDT.
- The strong emphasis on autonomy is argued to minimise the influence that external rewards have on motivation
- The multiple components within the theory are complex and may limit the ability to not only comprehend the theory but be able to apply it.
