Sport psychology- motivation

Question 1

Motivation definition

Answer 1

Our drive to learn and be successful

Question 2

Intrinsic motivation

Answer 2

Inner drive to participate and be successful. Desire to take part for fun/ pride etc.

Question 3

Extrinsic motivation

Answer 3

Drive to succeed for rewards, medals, status, praise or recognition

Question 4

Positives of intrinsic motivation

Answer 4

-Can be more valuable
-can be more long term
-more self sufficient

Question 5

Negatives of intrinsic motivation

Answer 5

-may not be enough to maintain motivation
-cognitive learner may find it difficult/not enjoyable

Question 6

Positives of extrinsic motivation

Answer 6

-more of a significant impact
-improve confidence
-effective for children

Question 7

Negatives of extrinsic motivation

Answer 7

-motivation can decline when removed

Question 8

Negatives of extrinsic motivation

Answer 8

-motivation can decline when removed
-may not lead to long term participation