Sport Psychology - Motivation

Question 1

Define motivation

Answer 1

A drive to succeed

Question 2

Define intrinsic motivation

Answer 2

A drive to succeed from within

Question 3

What does intrinsic motivation lead to?

Answer 3

Self-fulfilment and a sense of control over performance

Question 4

Define extrinsic motivation

Answer 4

A drive to succeed from an external source

Question 5

What can be offered as a way of improving extrinsic motivation?

Answer 5

Rewards

Question 6

Identify the two types of rewards

Answer 6

Tangible and intangible

Question 7

Give an example of tangible rewards

Answer 7

Trophies, money, medals

Question 8

Give an example of intangible rewards

Answer 8

Praise

Question 9

What kind of approach is achievement motivation

Answer 9

Interactionist

Question 10

Achievement motivation = _____________________ - ________________

Answer 10

Desire to succeed - fear of failure

Question 11

Achievement motivation: Desire to succeed is dictated by…

Answer 11

The incentive value of success

Question 12

Achievement motivation: Fear of failure is dictated by…

Answer 12

The probability of success

Question 13

Achievement motivation: If a performer’s desire to succeed outweighs fear of failure, they will show…

Answer 13

NACH behaviour

Question 14

Achievement motivation: If a performer’s fear of failure outweighs their desire to succeed, they will show …

Answer 14

NAF behaviour

Question 15

Identify 3 characteristics of a NACH performer

Answer 15

Desire to succeed outweighs fear of failure
Seeks challenging situations
Display approach behaviour
High task persistance
High levels of self efficacy

Question 16

Identify 3 characteristics of a NAF performer

Answer 16

Fear of failure outweighs desire to succeed
Show avoidance behaviour
Low task persistence
Low self efficacy