Motivational Views of Learning Flashcards
Define motivation
An internal state that arouses, directs and maintains behaviour.
Define engagement
The extent of active involvement in an activity
What is behavioural engagement?
Relates to observable actions such as following rules and active involvement in learning tasks
What is emotional engagement?
Emotional reactions to learning tasks, classmates, teachers and school
What is cognitive engagement?
Relates to the mental effort exerted in learning tasks, including learning styles and strategies, self-regulation and learning goals.
Define amotivation
The complete lack of intent to act.
What is intrinsic motivation
Motivation with activities that are their own reward (Doing something because they enjoy it)
What is the extrinsic motivation?
When motivation is created by external factors (Reward or punishment)
What is the locus of causality?
The location of the cause of behaviour.
What is the humanist perspective?
Approach to motivation that emphasises personal freedom, choice, self-determination and striving for personal growth.
What are Maslow’s 5 levels of needs from lowest to highest?
Biological needs, safety needs, social needs, esteem needs and being needs.
How many needs must be met for self-actualisation to emerge?
4 needs.
What is the difference between a mastery goal and a performance goal?
A mastery goal is a personal desire to improve and learn regardless of how performance suffers while performance is a personal intention to seem competent or perform well in front of others.
What is a work-avoidant goal?
A deliberate intention or desire to avoid engaging in academic work, or minimising the effort required to complete work.
What is the difference between a fixed mindset view of ability vs growth mindset?
Growth can mean skills can be changed whilst fixed mindsets believe skills can’t be altered.
