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WorksheetsSport Psychology - Motivation
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
Motivation
is a key concept in sport psychology
refers to the drive within us to behave in a particular way to achieve our goals
can be intrinsic or extrinsic
all of the above
The self-determination theory makes the distinction between the following two factors of motivation
strength and control
quality and quantity
desire and need
autonomy and competence
When an athlete feels in control of their behaviour, experiences success, and feels accepted and valued by their coach and teammates, they will demonstrate a more positive mindset.
In this example the three psychological needs of _____, _____ and _____ are met.
autonomy, competence, relatedness
skills, competence, friendship
relationships, self-determination, values
intrinsic, extrinsic, amotivation
Meeting the psychological need to learn and master skills refers to
autonomy
competence
relatedness
none of the above
Amotivation
is motivation as a result of finding something enjoyable
results in feelings of guilt and shame
comes from external pressure from parents or teachers
is a feeling of being unable and unwilling to pursue something
Extrinsic motivation is
a type of motivation driven by internal factors.
a type of motivation driven by external factors.
a type of amotivation.
at the lower end of the motivation continuum.
A desire to be popular is an example of which type of motivation?
intrinsic motivation
amotivation
self motivation
extrinsic motivation
Doing something within the rules of a game because you don't want to get in trouble is an example of;
intrinsic motivation
extrinsic motivation
amotivation
value-driven motivation
Doing something within the rules of a game because you enjoy it is an example of;
intrinsic motivation
extrinsic motivation
amotivation
inactivity
True of false:
It is important that externally regulated motivation is complemented by more self-determined forms of motivation.
True
False
True of false:
Some forms of extrinsic motivation can be internalised while others can be externally controlled.
True
False
Extrinsic motivation can be a very strong motivator, but there are limits to its effectiveness because
an individual may no longer be motivated by something they've already attained.
the extrinsic motivator may be externally controlled
if the extrinsic motivator is taken away, the athlete may lose motivation
all of the above
Which type of motivation tens to achieve better long-term results?
intrinsic motivation
extrinsic motivation
amotivation
Athletes who have a strong sense of autonomy, competence and relatedness are more likely to experience
amotivation
extrinsic motivation
intrinsic motivation
True of false:
An athlete likely only requires extrinsic motivation to become a champion.
True
False
Intrinsic motivation causes you to engage in behaviour because
it is personally rewarding
you can receive an award
you feel like you must do something
none of the above
