Theories of Motivation

What is the definition of Intrinsic Motivation

• The desire to engage in tasks that are inherently challenging

• The want to succeed at something that is seen as impossible

• The theory that motivation comes internally and invites challenge to motivate oneself

• To inspire motivation from within based on past trauma

What is the definition of Extrinsic Motivation

• External factors or influences on behavior, such as rewards, consequences, or social expectations.

• Motivation found from other people, pushing you externally and intensely

• To find how you want to be perceived externally to motivate your passions and goals

• To be pushed further by the things that excite and inspire

What is the definition of Flow Theory

• When one is actively engaged in an activity where the skills possessed are balanced to the challenge of the activity, they can approach an optimal state of experience called "flow"

• An ancient theory created by the Japanese that explains meditation is the key to flow and creates intense focus

• The theory that your brain will shut off when you complete task after task can can create the feeling of "flow"

• When a person can actively create flow from within themselves they can tackle things head on by finding inner peace

Which of the following is an example of Intrinsic motivation

• A writer immersing himself in his story so much that he loses track of time

• Working out because you enjoy the struggle

• Running a marathon

• studying for a test to a get a good grade

What's an example of Extrinsic motivation

• Running a ultra marathon

• Playing a videogame for hours and forgetting what time it is

• Studying because your curious about the topic

• Getting a certain degree to make your parents proud

What is an Example of flow theory

• Wanting to work more hours to buy an expensive car

• Paying your taxes to avoid being fined

• an artist creating a painting for hours and feeling like they spent much less time on it

• Pushing yourself to lift heavier and heavier weights as you continue in the gym

Should we get an A on this assignment?

• Yes of course

• The opposite of no

• Sounds good to me

• I wouldn't have it any other way :)