COI Student Engagement & Motivation 2

Question 1

Which type of motivation is driven by personal interest and enjoyment of the learning task itself?

Accepted Answer

Intrinsic motivation

Answer

Intrinsic motivation arises from inherent interest or satisfaction in the activity rather than from external rewards.

Question 2

According to Self-Determination Theory, which set lists the three basic psychological needs that support motivation?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy, competence, relatedness

Answer

Self-Determination Theory holds that autonomy, competence, and relatedness underpin intrinsic motivation.

Question 3

An online instructor lets students choose among three project topics. Which need is she primarily supporting?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy

Answer

Offering meaningful choices supports learners' sense of autonomy and ownership.

Question 4

In Keller's ARCS model, what does the 'R' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Relevance

Answer

ARCS stands for Attention, Relevance, Confidence, and Satisfaction.

Question 5

A student says, 'I'm just bad at statistics and always will be.' Which mindset does this reflect?

Accepted Answer

Fixed mindset

Answer

Believing ability is unchangeable is the hallmark of a fixed mindset, as described by Carol Dweck.

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