Understanding Learning Motivation

What is intrinsic motivation?

• The desire to achieve external rewards or recognition.

• Intrinsic motivation is the drive to do something because it is inherently interesting or enjoyable.

• A motivation driven by fear of failure or punishment.

• The urge to complete tasks for the approval of others.

Give an example of intrinsic motivation in learning.

• A student reads books for the joy of learning and discovering new ideas.

• A student completes homework to avoid punishment.

• A student studies to get a good grade on an exam.

• A student attends a class because their parents require it.

How does intrinsic motivation affect academic performance?

• Intrinsic motivation leads to decreased engagement in studies.

• Intrinsic motivation has no impact on academic performance.

• Intrinsic motivation negatively affects self-regulation in learning.

• Intrinsic motivation positively affects academic performance by enhancing engagement, persistence, and self-regulation.

What is extrinsic motivation?

• Motivation driven by personal satisfaction

• Incentives that come from within oneself

• Extrinsic motivation is the motivation to engage in an activity due to external rewards or pressures.

• The desire to avoid negative consequences

Provide an example of extrinsic motivation in education.

• A student attending class to avoid detention.

• A student studying to earn a scholarship.

• A student studying to impress their peers.

• A student learning for personal enjoyment.

How can extrinsic motivation be beneficial for students?

• Extrinsic motivation leads to decreased interest in learning.

• Extrinsic motivation can enhance student engagement and performance through external rewards.

• It encourages students to avoid challenges and risks.

• Extrinsic rewards can create a negative learning environment.

What are some drawbacks of relying solely on extrinsic motivation?

• Greater long-term commitment

• Enhanced creativity

• Increased self-esteem

• Drawbacks include decreased intrinsic motivation, reduced persistence, and potential stifling of creativity.

How can teachers foster intrinsic motivation in their students?

• Create a supportive environment, encourage autonomy, provide meaningful tasks, offer constructive feedback, and promote a growth mindset.

• Implement strict rules and punishments

• Focus solely on grades and test scores

• Limit student choices in projects

What role do rewards play in extrinsic motivation?

• Rewards are irrelevant to motivation altogether.

• Rewards are only effective in intrinsic motivation.

• Rewards diminish the quality of performance.

• Rewards act as external motivators that drive behavior in extrinsic motivation.

Can intrinsic and extrinsic motivation coexist?

• Extrinsic motivation can only exist without intrinsic motivation.

• Intrinsic motivation is always stronger than extrinsic motivation.

• Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation are mutually exclusive.

• Yes, intrinsic and extrinsic motivation can coexist.