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A-Level PE AQA Sport Psychology: Motivation

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This set focuses on A-Level PE AQA: Sport Psychology – Motivation, defining motivation and its four main types. It helps learners understand the different sources of drive and reward that influence athletic performance.

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What is motivation?

The drive to succeed

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Term
Definition

What is motivation?

The drive to succeed

What are the 4 types of motivation?

. Intrinsic
. Extrinsic
. Tangible
. Intangible

What is intrinsic motivation?

Motivation from within. The satisfaction of successfully completing a task, pride, self satisfaction

What is extrinsic motivation?

Motivation from an outside source. Praise from the coach, other players or scouts

What is tangible motivation?

Physical - can be touched e.g trophies or certificates

What is intangible motivation?

Non-physical - can be felt e.g praise, concern, encouragement

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A-Level PE AQA Sport Psychology: Motivation
TermDefinition

What is motivation?

The drive to succeed

What are the 4 types of motivation?

. Intrinsic
. Extrinsic
. Tangible
. Intangible

What is intrinsic motivation?

Motivation from within. The satisfaction of successfully completing a task, pride, self satisfaction

What is extrinsic motivation?

Motivation from an outside source. Praise from the coach, other players or scouts

What is tangible motivation?

Physical - can be touched e.g trophies or certificates

What is intangible motivation?

Non-physical - can be felt e.g praise, concern, encouragement

What is an advantage of extrinsic motives?

They can attract you to the activity and provide early motivation

What are the disadvantages to extrinsic motives?

. If it is used too much it may then undermine the value of the activity and therefore players just compete for the reward
. Extrinsic rewards may create pressure and if reward is not gained then motivation can be lost. The same pressure may also promote cheating

What is the advantage to intrinsic motives?

. Intrinsic rewards are more effective, stronger, and longer lasting. They give more satisfaction and pride and a sense of control

How can a coach motivate a performer?

. Rewards, praise and positive reinforcement
. Make the task more fun
. Make sure performer can succeed
. Point out the benefits of exercise
. Negative reinforcement
. Set attainable goals
. Point out role models
. Break the task down
. Attribute success internally

What are the two types of extrinsic motivation?

Tangible and intangible

How does intrinsic motivation differ from extrinsic motivation?

Intrinsic motivation comes from within whereas extrinsic motivation comes an external source such as a coach, other players