(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