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According to content theories of motivation, what do they focus on?
According to content theories of motivation, what do they focus on?
- Analyzing behavior patterns
- Understanding behavior complexity
- Stimulating behavior (correct)
- Predicting behavior outcomes
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, how do people satisfy their needs?
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, how do people satisfy their needs?
- Simultaneously, regardless of level
- Randomly, based on personal preference
- Based on external influences
- One at a time, from bottom to top (correct)
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
- 'Motivators' (correct)
- 'Dissatisfiers'
- 'Satisfiers'
- 'Hygiene factors'
According to process theorists, how do they propose people are compared to need theorists?
According to process theorists, how do they propose people are compared to need theorists?
According to McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
According to McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
What did Alderfer's ERG theory propose about people satisfying needs?
What did Alderfer's ERG theory propose about people satisfying needs?
In Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what does 'Valence' refer to?
In Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what does 'Valence' refer to?
What did McGregor propose in Theory X and Theory Y?
What did McGregor propose in Theory X and Theory Y?
According to Adam's Equity Theory, what does inequity lead to?
According to Adam's Equity Theory, what does inequity lead to?
According to Equity Theory, inequity is resolved by:
According to Equity Theory, inequity is resolved by:
What are considered as 'inputs' in Equity Theory?
What are considered as 'inputs' in Equity Theory?
In the context of motivation and pay, what must employees believe in order to be motivated by financial reward?
In the context of motivation and pay, what must employees believe in order to be motivated by financial reward?
What is an important consideration in motivation and pay according to the text?
What is an important consideration in motivation and pay according to the text?
What does work design refer to?
What does work design refer to?
What does job design shift from one theoretical perspective to another include according to the text?
What does job design shift from one theoretical perspective to another include according to the text?
According to Adam's Equity Theory, what are 'outcomes' related to?
According to Adam's Equity Theory, what are 'outcomes' related to?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
In motivation and work design, what influences the degree of intrinsic satisfaction according to the text?
In motivation and work design, what influences the degree of intrinsic satisfaction according to the text?
What must employees believe in order to be motivated by pay according to the text?
What must employees believe in order to be motivated by pay according to the text?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
According to content theories of motivation, what is the main focus?
According to content theories of motivation, what is the main focus?
What is the main idea behind Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the main idea behind Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
In McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
In McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
What do process theorists propose about people compared to need theorists?
What do process theorists propose about people compared to need theorists?
What does Vroom's Expectancy Theory refer to as 'Valence'?
What does Vroom's Expectancy Theory refer to as 'Valence'?
What did Alderfer's ERG theory propose about satisfying needs?
What did Alderfer's ERG theory propose about satisfying needs?
What did McGregor propose in Theory X and Theory Y?
What did McGregor propose in Theory X and Theory Y?
According to Adam's Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
According to Adam's Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
What is the main focus of McGregor's Theory X?
What is the main focus of McGregor's Theory X?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
In the context of motivation and pay, what must employees believe in order to be motivated by financial reward?
In the context of motivation and pay, what must employees believe in order to be motivated by financial reward?
What does job design shift from one theoretical perspective to another include according to the text?
What does job design shift from one theoretical perspective to another include according to the text?
What are considered as 'inputs' in Equity Theory?
What are considered as 'inputs' in Equity Theory?
According to content theories of motivation, what do they focus on?
According to content theories of motivation, what do they focus on?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
According to McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
According to McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
What is an important consideration in motivation and pay according to the text?
What is an important consideration in motivation and pay according to the text?
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, how do people satisfy their needs?
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, how do people satisfy their needs?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
What must employees believe in order to be motivated by pay according to the text?
What must employees believe in order to be motivated by pay according to the text?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
What does job design shift from one theoretical perspective to another include according to the text?
What does job design shift from one theoretical perspective to another include according to the text?
What are considered as 'inputs' in Equity Theory?
What are considered as 'inputs' in Equity Theory?
What is an important consideration in motivation and pay according to the text?
What is an important consideration in motivation and pay according to the text?
What is the main focus of McGregor's Theory X?
What is the main focus of McGregor's Theory X?
In Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what does 'Valence' refer to?
In Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what does 'Valence' refer to?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
What did Herzberg term factors that led to satisfaction in his Two-factor theory?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
According to Equity Theory, how do individuals solve perceived inequity?
What is the main idea behind Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the main idea behind Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
What is the main focus of Adam's Equity Theory?
In McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
In McClelland's achievement theory, what is the strong orientation toward accomplishment and success called?
According to content theories of motivation, what do they focus on?
According to content theories of motivation, what do they focus on?
What did Alderfer's ERG theory propose about satisfying needs?
What did Alderfer's ERG theory propose about satisfying needs?
According to process theorists, how do they propose people are compared to need theorists?
According to process theorists, how do they propose people are compared to need theorists?
Study Notes
Content Theories of Motivation
- Focus on what motivates individuals, emphasizing the importance of needs and their satisfaction.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- People satisfy their needs by progressing upwards through the hierarchy, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.
Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory
- Factors that lead to satisfaction are termed "motivators" or "intrinsic factors", such as achievement, recognition, and growth.
Process Theories of Motivation
- Propose that people are motivated by their expectations and perceptions of the reward system, rather than by their needs.
McClelland's Achievement Theory
- The strong orientation toward accomplishment and success is called the "need for achievement" (n-Ach).
Alderfer's ERG Theory
- People satisfy needs by progressing through the three levels of existence, relatedness, and growth.
Vroom's Expectancy Theory
- "Valence" refers to the perceived value or attractiveness of a reward.
McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y
- Theory X: managers assume that employees are lazy and unmotivated, and must be controlled and directed.
- Theory Y: managers assume that employees are motivated and self-directed, and will take responsibility for their work.
Adam's Equity Theory
- Inequity leads to feelings of discomfort, which can be resolved by restoring equity or leaving the situation.
- Inequity is resolved by altering inputs, outcomes, or leaving the situation.
- Inputs refer to the effort and contribution made by employees.
- Outcomes are related to the rewards and benefits received by employees.
- The main focus is on the fairness of the reward system and the perceived equity of the relationship between inputs and outcomes.
Motivation and Pay
- Employees must believe that their effort will lead to a desired outcome, and that the outcome is valued by them.
- An important consideration is the fairness of the reward system.
Work Design
- Refers to the way in which tasks are organized and structured to enhance motivation and performance.
- Job design shifts from one theoretical perspective to another, including the emphasis on intrinsic motivation, autonomy, and task significance.
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Explore the main content theories of motivation, including Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and Alderfer’s ERG theory. Understand the factors that initiate or stimulate behavior and the importance of needs in driving motivation.
