Unit 1a

Question 1

Motivation accounts for changes in the _________ and _________ of a person’s activities.

Answer 1

frequency, vigor

Question 2

The concept of “motivation” can be viewed as encompassing the closely related concepts of ________, ________, ________, _________, ________, and ________.

Answer 2

needs, interests, values, attitudes, incentives, aspirations

Question 3

__________ consists of feelings for or against things (people, objects, ideas).

Answer 3

attitudes

Question 4

An overachieving student will typically achieve beyond his/her ________ ________.

Answer 4

predicted capability

Question 5

When students achieve below their predicted capability, they can be considered ____________.

Answer 5

underachievers

Question 6

If students strive to perform well in order to avoid shame, ridicule, or punishment, they are likely motivated by __________________.

Answer 6

fear of failure

Question 7

Students can be motivated by using a system of rewards. After the student ________, these rewards can be gradually reduced.

Answer 7

matures

Question 8

If students do not receive the reinforcement that was expected, they may experience __________.

Answer 8

frustration

Question 9

Verbal encouragement, grades, creative behavior, and supporting the class leader are all ways that instructors can ______________ students.

Answer 9

motivate

Question 10

“Fear of Failure” is a type of what?

Answer 10

Motivation