Which of the following is usually true about the effectiveness of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
Stephanie Hatch, Danielle Thomsen, Jennifer J. Waldron Athletes compete in and practice sport for a variety of reasons. These reasons fall into the two major categories of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Athletes who are intrinsically motivated participate in sports for internal reasons, such as enjoyment, whereas athletes who are extrinsically motivated participate in sports for external
reasons, such as material rewards. Intrinsic Motivation
Extrinsic Motivation Behavior controlled by the extrinsic rewards
Behavior controlled by the athlete
Extrinsic Rewards: Weakening or Strengthening Intrinsic Motivation
Extrinsic rewards can also be used to maintain or strengthen intrinsic motivation. If a
reward is viewed as informing athletes about their ability in a positive manner, then the rewards will likely foster internal satisfaction and intrinsic motivation. |