(2.4) Motivation
Which is NOT an extrinsically motivated action?
- meditating to feel peaceful - exercising to feel relaxed
Which is an example of a goal?
All of the above
Autonomy
Believing you are capable of fixing something yourself
Extrinsic
Competing for the prize of first place
Which theory says that human behavior is purposeful?
Goal Theory
Tyrell loves to jog outdoors to see the beautiful scenery and enjoy the cool breeze as he passes through the neighborhood. What type of motivation does he have?
Intrinsic
Which best describes the concept of motivation?
Motivation accounts for the effort, persistence, and intensity you give a task
Intrinsic
Reading for pleasure
Jermaine joined the volleyball team and enjoys his teammates and the fun they have. He loves showing up to practice. Which aspect of self-determination theory explains part of his motivation to play volleyball?
Relatedness needs are met with his teammates
Drive
The need to quench thirst or fill a hungry stomach
Drive theory involves a humans need to take care of basic desires like thirst, hunger, rest, sex, and safety.
True
Goals can be both intrinsically and extrinsically motivated
True
Motive
Wanting to appear smart
Jamar was asked to mow the lawn. He complied but did a sloppy job by cutting corners and racing as fast as he could. He wanted to play computer games instead. What type of goal orientation has Jamar displayed?
Work-avoidant goal
How can you help motivate someone for the positive?
You can pay attention to the driving force behind someone's actions and then use it to motivate action