What Motivated You?

What Motivated You?

Chapter 16 presents several different motivation theories. As we learn in class, theories are simply different approaches to think about motivation (energy + direction + persistence).

Instructions:

Describe a task you've completed recently for which you exerted a high level of effort. Explain your behavior, using one of the motivational approaches (theories) from Chapter 16 that were discussed specifically by your instructor.

Formulate a complete (no less than 500 words) and original response.