types of motivation

Question 1

amotivation

Answer 1

• when someone lacks an intention to act because they don’t value the activity they’re doing
• may believe activity won’t produce desired outcome

Question 2

extrinsic motivation - external regulation

Answer 2

• when someone does something because they’re motivated by a reward or threat

Question 3

extrinsic motivation - introjected

Answer 3

• motivation to act is dictated by a sense of obligation to others. feelings of self-esteem are dependent on approval/disapproval

Question 4

extrinsic motivation - integrated

Answer 4

• integration of personal goals within the broader context (existing social values). goal directed behaviour is integrated with other aspects of self

Question 5

intrinsic motivation

Answer 5

• fully internalised, self-determined and self-initiated participation in activity