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Learning and Performance

Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

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Overview

Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, tangible and intangible rewards, when rewards backfire, raising intrinsic motivation, goal setting, beginners, over-motivation and combining both.

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Key term

What is motivation in sport?

Key term

What is intrinsic motivation?

Key term

What is extrinsic motivation?

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  1. 1

    What is motivation in sport?

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    Motivation is the drive to achieve a goal and the effort put into doing so. Motivation affects how hard and how long a person practises.

  2. 2

    What is intrinsic motivation?

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    Intrinsic motivation comes from within, such as enjoyment or satisfaction from the activity. Intrinsically motivated performers tend to keep practising.

  3. 3

    What is extrinsic motivation?

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    Extrinsic motivation comes from outside the performer, such as rewards or praise. Extrinsic motivation can boost effort in the short term.

  4. 4

    What is a tangible reward?

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    A tangible reward is a physical reward, such as a trophy, medal or money. Tangible rewards can be seen and touched.

  5. 5

    What is an intangible reward?

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    An intangible reward is a non-physical reward, such as praise or recognition. Encouragement from a coach is intangible.

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    Why can too many extrinsic rewards reduce motivation?

    Model answer

    Over-reliance on rewards can undermine enjoyment of the activity itself. Performers may lose interest when the rewards stop.

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