SCAMS - Motivation

Question 1

What two forms of factors result in motivation

Answer 1

1. Participant factors
2. Situational factors

Question 2

What are three examples of participant factors

Answer 2

1. Personality
2. Interests
3. Goals

Question 3

What are three examples of situational factors

Answer 3

1. Coaching style
2. Win-loss record
3. Other teammates

Question 4

What is achievement motivation

Answer 4

Achievement motivation is the drive to achieve success for its own sake.

Question 5

What is better, extrinsic or intrinsic motivation?

Answer 5

Intrinsic is better than extrinsic.

Question 6

What are two personality factors which affect intrinsic motivation

Answer 6

1. If there is a high need to achieve there is a lower level of failure.
2. If there is a high level of failure there is a low need to achieve.

Question 7

What are two situational factors that affect intrinsic motivation

Answer 7

1. If the probability of success is high the incentive to succeed is low.
2. If the probability of success is low the incentive to succeed is high.

Question 8

How can you improve your motivation?

Answer 8

1. Both participant and situational factors motivate performers.
2. Athletes have many motives for becoming involved in activities.
3. Leaders influence motivation.
4. Make each team member feel integral to the success of the team.
5. Use goal setting as a tool for motivation.