Introduction to Motivation
What you’ll learn to do: explain motivation, how it is influenced, and major theories about motivation
Motivation to engage in a given behavior can come from internal and/or external factors. There are multiple theories have been put forward regarding motivation—biologically oriented theories that say the need to maintain bodily homeostasis motivates behavior, Bandura’s idea that our sense of self-efficacy motivates behavior, and others that focus on social aspects of motivation. In this section, you’ll learn about these theories as well as the famous work of Abraham Maslow and his hierarchy of needs.
Learning Objectives
- Illustrate intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
- Describe basic theories of motivation, including concepts such as instincts, drive reduction, and self-efficacy
- Explain the basic concepts associated with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
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