Theories of Motivation - Overview of the Content Theories of Motivation Presentation Transcript 1. Yenna Monica D. P. 2. What is MOTIVATION? Derived from the Latin word „MOVERE‟ which means „to move‟ The processes that account for an individual’s intensity‚ direction‚ and persistence of effort towards attaining a goal. 3. Effort - concerns the magnitude or intensity of employee‟s work – related behaviour. Direction - quality of an employee‟s work – that is the investment of sustained effort
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What is a Theory? We often hear someone say “That’s just a theory” or on the contrary - “In theory and in practice‚ it always works.” This term may indeed hold in itself a somewhat ambiguous undertone‚ and lead to confusion and misuse. Let’s look at the origin of the word; according to an etymology dictionary‚ theory derives from the Greek “theoréo” which means ‘to look at’‚ ‘to observe’. The definition tells us that one must firstly observe a phenomenon so that a theory about a certain aspect
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| |Research Methodology | |Difference between Theory and Law | | | Difference between the Law and the Theory Law 1) An empirical generalization; a statement of a biological principle that appears to be without exception at the time it is made‚ and
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Content Theory of Motivation Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Maslow believed that the importance of human needs depended on what they already had. He believed that the hierarchy started with physiological needs and once those needs were fulfilled‚ then safety needs and security would be sought. Once the person felt safe and secure they would then be motivated by the need to have love and friendship. When those social needs were achieved the person would then look to fulfil their esteem needs
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organize the work process‚ in particular to force employees to work. You must somehow motivate them to induce to action. It is clear that the main motivating factor are wages‚ but there are many other factors that cause a person to work with. Motivation is a way to encourage yourself and others to action purposefully to achieve the goal. It is a certain external factor affecting the person and his inner state‚ which increases person’s desire to work. Content-based theories
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Written Reflection on Reliability and Validity July 24‚ 2014 Written Reflection on Reliability and Validity Educational and psychological testing assessments are one of the most important roles therapists have. The correct use and understanding of tests can provide aid‚ benefit‚ and change the life of examinees. However‚ incorrect use of instrument tools and lack of knowledge pertaining to test development‚ interpretation and improper use of tools can also damage lives. As counselors‚ we must
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INTRODUCTION Research process involves several steps and each step depends on the preceding steps. If step is missing or inaccurate‚ then the succeeding steps will fail. When developing research plan‚ always be aware that this principles critically affects the progress. One of critical aspects of evaluation and appraisal of reported research is to consider the quality of the research instrument. According to Parahoo (2006)‚ in quantitative studies reliability and validity are two of the most important
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Reliability and validity are essential in terms of observation and measurement as it relates to human services research. In order to ensure this particular research has legitimacy it is vital that testing and research is consistent and specific. This paper will define and describe the types of reliability and validity and provide examples of each as it relates to human services research. It will also provide examples of how data collection methods and instruments are used in relation to human services
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Discuss reliability and validity of diagnosis A reliable and valid diagnosis is one which is correctly reasoned from a satisfying premise and agreed upon by psychiatrists using the same diagnosis system. However‚ there are many factors that make the process of determining a diagnosis intricate. For one to obtain a reliable and valid diagnosis‚ one has to be sure that the classification systems themselves are valid and reliable. Because the concept of abnormality is so complex it is particularly
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Consider some key theories and concepts of learning and assessment In this assignment I will explore the concept of learning and application of some learning theories within the in the vocational further education sector. I will explore the application of theories to health and social vocational topics and how this assists in developing key attributes for learners on these programmes. I will identify assessment methods and provide a critique of the validity of these in different educational
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