38. Describe the different theories of motivation.
Instinct Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to behave in certain ways because they are made to do so.
Ex. seasonal migration. These animals do not learn to do this, it is instead an inborn pattern of behavior.
Incentive Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to do things because of external rewards.
Ex. you might be motivated to go to work each day for the paying aspect
Drive Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to take certain actions in order to reduce the internal tension that is caused by unmet needs.
Ex. you might be motivated to drink a glass of water in order to reduce the internal state of thirst
Arousal Theory of Motivation
people take certain actions to either decrease or increase levels of arousal.
Ex. arousal levels get too low, a person might watch and exciting movie or go for a jog
Humanistic Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to fulfill basic biological needs for food and shelter, as well as those of safety, love and esteem. Once the lower level needs have been met, the primary motivator becomes the need for self-actualization, or the desire to fulfill one's individual potential.
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people are motivated to behave in certain ways because they are made to do so.
Ex. seasonal migration. These animals do not learn to do this, it is instead an inborn pattern of behavior.
Incentive Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to do things because of external rewards.
Ex. you might be motivated to go to work each day for the paying aspect
Drive Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to take certain actions in order to reduce the internal tension that is caused by unmet needs.
Ex. you might be motivated to drink a glass of water in order to reduce the internal state of thirst
Arousal Theory of Motivation
people take certain actions to either decrease or increase levels of arousal.
Ex. arousal levels get too low, a person might watch and exciting movie or go for a jog
Humanistic Theory of Motivation
people are motivated to fulfill basic biological needs for food and shelter, as well as those of safety, love and esteem. Once the lower level needs have been met, the primary motivator becomes the need for self-actualization, or the desire to fulfill one's individual potential.
Examples-