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Edexcel A-Level Physical Education 9PE0
The Musculo-Skeletal System
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Motivation
Achievement motivation: NACH and NAF
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Overview
Achievement motivation theory, the need to achieve and the need to avoid failure, responses to setbacks and preferred tasks, situational factors, probability of success and incentive value in Atkinson's model, and the NAF performer facing a stronger opponent.
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In Atkinson's model, incentive value = 1 − probability of success. Compare probability × incentive value for a 0.5 and a 0.9 chance of success.
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What does achievement motivation theory explain?
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What does achievement motivation theory explain?
Model answer
Atkinson and McClelland's theory explains a performer's drive to succeed in competitive situations. Motivation depends on personality and the situation together.
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What is the need to achieve (NACH)?
Model answer
NACH is a personality type motivated by the chance of success. NACH performers seek challenges and enjoy being evaluated.
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What is the need to avoid failure (NAF)?
Model answer
NAF is a personality type motivated by avoiding the shame of failure. NAF performers avoid challenges and dread evaluation.
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How does a NACH performer respond to a setback?
Model answer
A NACH performer persists and tries harder after failure. The performer welcomes feedback and treats failure as a chance to learn.
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How does a NAF performer respond to a setback?
Model answer
A NAF performer gives up easily and avoids similar situations. The performer fears further evaluation and loses confidence.
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What tasks does a NACH performer prefer?
Model answer
A NACH performer prefers tasks with about a 50:50 chance of success. The challenge is real, but success is possible.
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