Motivation / Intrinsic / Extrinsic Flashcards
What is the definition of motivation?
The reason why people do something
This encompasses both intrinsic and extrinsic motivations.
What is intrinsic motivation?
You do something because you enjoy it
This type of motivation is often linked to personal satisfaction.
List examples of intrinsic motivation.
- Interest
- Fun
- Spending a good time together
- Passion
Intrinsic motivation works well for creative and complex tasks.
What is extrinsic motivation?
You do something to achieve something
This type of motivation is often driven by external rewards or consequences.
List examples of extrinsic motivation.
- Discipline
- Exam
- Fear of consequences
- Get stronger
Extrinsic motivation works well for simple, mechanical tasks.
True or False: Intrinsic motivation is effective for simple tasks.
False
Intrinsic motivation is more effective for creative and complex tasks.
Fill in the blank: Intrinsic motivation works well for _______ tasks.
[creative and complex]
This highlights the suitability of intrinsic motivation in certain contexts.
Fill in the blank: Extrinsic motivation works well for _______ tasks.
[simple, mechanical]
This indicates the effectiveness of extrinsic motivation in straightforward tasks.