Sports Psychology Flashcards
1
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Extrinsic motivators
A
External reasons eg. rewards. fame, avoidance of punishment, approval from peers.
2
Q
Intrinsic motivators
A
Internal reasons eg. personal enjoyment, fun, self-improvement.
3
Q
The Learning Curve
A
A visual representation of how long it takes to acquire new skills or knowledge. Usually has a slow beginning and then gains a steep acceleration until reaching a plateau once the skill has been learnt.
