Motivation + goal setting

define intrinsic motivation

drive to achieve goals from within self

benefits of intrinsic motivation (2)

promote independence

less reliant on others

disadvantage of intrinsic motivation

difficult to develop

ways to develop intrinsic motivation

manipulate environment

rewards dependent on performance instead of results

define extrinsic motivation

drive to achieve goals due to external factors

difference between tangible + intangible motivation with examples

tangible can be physically held e.g. trophy, money

intangible cannot be physically held e.g. fame, praise, results

advantages of extrinsic motivation (3)

effective for cognitive performers

provides proof of success

strengthens S-R bond

disadvantages of extrinsic feedback (2)

become dependent

may see rewards as attempt to control them/as assessment of ability

describe SMART targets

setting goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, recorded + time-bound

uses of setting goals (6)

monitor performance

increases motivation

increase confidence when reach goals

focus attention

control arousal + anxiety

increase persistence

describe the types of goal

outcome - focuses on end result

process - focuses on technique + tactics

performance - focuses on personal improvement compared to previous attempts