What is motivation?

The internal mechanisms and external stimuli that arouse and direct our behaviour.

What are the two types of motivation?

Intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation.

What is intrinsic motivation?

Motivation that comes from within, driven by personal enjoyment and satisfaction.

What is extrinsic motivation?

Motivation that comes from external sources, driven by rewards, recognition, or consequences.

What is Atkinson's Model of Achievement Motivation?

A model explaining achievement behavior influenced by hope for success and fear of failure.

What does 'hope for success' (Ts) entail?

It drives individuals toward achievement, characterized by preference for moderately challenging tasks and persistence.

What does 'fear of failure' (Taf) entail?

It causes individuals to avoid achievement situations, characterized by avoiding challenges and anxiety about performance.

What are the three fundamental psychological needs in Self-Determination Theory (SDT)?

Autonomy, competence, and relatedness.

What is autonomy in the context of SDT?

Having control over one's actions and decisions, including training and competition choices.

What is competence in the context of SDT?

Feeling capable and effective, mastering skills, and experiencing progress.

What is relatedness in the context of SDT?

Feeling connected to others and being part of a team with supportive relationships.

What are the four phases of Self-Regulated Learning (SRL)?

Forethought, monitoring, control, and reflection.

What happens in the forethought phase of SRL?

Goal setting, strategic planning, and self-motivation beliefs.

What happens in the monitoring phase of SRL?

Self-observation, progress tracking, and performance awareness.

What happens in the control phase of SRL?

Strategy adjustment, technique refinement, and effort management.

What happens in the reflection phase of SRL?

Self-evaluation, strategy assessment, and goal adjustment.

What are the positive effects of rewards on motivation?

They provide feedback on competence, reinforce desired behaviors, and boost confidence.

What are potential issues with rewards on motivation?

They may undermine intrinsic motivation, create dependency on external rewards, and reduce enjoyment.

What common mistake do coaches make regarding motivation?

Over-relying on external rewards, which can diminish intrinsic motivation.

What is the optimal approach to motivation?

Combine intrinsic and extrinsic motivators while ensuring external rewards support behavior.