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Motivating Forces, 2002.
This paper examines motivating forces especially fear and self-interest.
905 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 32.95
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This paper discusses the basic motivators of self-interest and fear that can be modified by other motivators including love, joy and pure charity. The author states that fear appears to be the motivator used historically to govern and rule. The paper discusses the life of Mother Teresa as an example of human kindness that humanity can be motivated by higher principles.
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"The fear of hell can also be shown as an example of how an unproven and quite possibly non-existent concept can be created in the collective minds of humanity, reinforced through manmade rituals, doctrines and tenets, and then used as a tool of terror in order to extract compliance from the masses. In this way, fear can be seen as a co-motivator along with self-interest. In order to avoid the sulphurous, eternal and terrifying tortures of hell, one does as one is told."
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Forces of Motivation, 2002.
A paper which examines two forces that motivate people-- self-interest and fear.
917 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper defines the term 'motivation' as an internal state or condition that activates behavior and gives direction. It then examines some of the theories of motivation in the field of behavioral studies. The paper then concludes that the strongest forces that motivate people are self-interest and fear.
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"A goal of developing and maintaining a good relationship with someone is a good example of a goal that warrants different kinds of motivation for different people. For one person the motivation may be to fulfill the need for social contact- it matters to the person to have someone to talk with or someone to share activities with. For another person, the motivation may be to stay in the person's good graces to maintain his job. The former may find it easier to be motivated all the time, whereas the latter may have a harder time staying motivated. In either case there is more than self-interest and fear driving the behavior. There may be pleasure, sense of fulfillment, love of the work itself, valuing friendship, avoiding reprimand, etc."
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Forces that Motivate, 2004.
An analysis of how people are motivated to do things that they do not enjoy doing.
890 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the theory that there are only two forces that motivate people: Self-interest and fear. The paper argues that these two forces are really one, that self-interest incorporates everything. The paper also introduces another facet of self-interest that is sometimes overlooked: the love for others. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is outlined in the paper in order to describe self-interest motivators.
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"Understanding how people are motivated is a crucial piece to successfully interacting and collaborating in society. As adults, one must take into account how best to motivate those around us in order to achieve our goals in this world. If people were not motivated to perform tasks that were not appealing to them, imagine what the world would be like. Although at first people may be able to only indulge themselves in activities they enjoy, eventually those would cease to be available, due to the intricate relationship of each individual with another. For example, food would become scarce as perhaps no one would take enjoyment in producing it. It?s this give and take that allows the world to function that is the essence of motivation. To do this, one must first do that. To reap this reward, one must first put in this effort. This motivation is typically broken down into two factors that have been described as primary motivators for people ? fear and self-interest."
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Motivating Learning in Reading and Math, 2002.
A detailed exploration of the literature on motivating learning and the construction of a revised independent learning program.
13,056 words (approx. 52.2 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 248.95
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This proposed Independent Learning Program (ILP) focuses on using constructivist methods to uncover the inherent motivation to learn of elementary school students. The emphasis is on devising units and lessons plans, which combine reading and math in ways that call forth the students' innate curiosity. The paper explores the literature available on motivating learning, with a focus on new constructivist philosophies and techniques. These are used to construct a revised curriculum plan for a brief unit combining work with both math and reading. From this plan, several sample lesson plans are more fully developed.
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Abstract
Introduction
Problem Statement
Historical Context
Goals and Rationale
Population Addressed
Methodology
Review of the Literature
Motivating Learning
Constructivism Body
(Revised Curriculum)
Eight-Week Unit of Exploration in Math and Science
People to Study
Sample Lessons Plans
Conclusion
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"Through this assessment process, the teacher may learn that students understand basically how numbers can be used in daily life - as with making change in stores - but do not really understand numbers as abstractions, or make connections with numbers and other aspects of life. They may express their belief that numbers are irrelevant in their concept maps, or that learning arithmetic has no relationship to their interests or their daily lives. This is the starting point for the design of the curriculum."
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Motivating Students, 2004.
Analyzes Carl H. Rinne's article, "Motivating Students Is a Percentage Game".
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 43.95
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Motivation is probably one of the most important factors affecting a student?s learning progress and achievement in school. This paper examines Carl H. Rinne's 1998 article, "Motivating Students Is a Percentage Game", in which the author identifies the root cause of motivation. The paper critiques the article, showing its important points, as well as its failures.
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"When a teacher introduces innovation and experimentation in the classroom, he can easily capture students? interest. By doing the same tasks differently, he removes the air of boredom that generally permeates regular lessons and makes the student sit up and take notice. But novelty can only be used as the first step, which must be backed up with some other technique in order to sustain interest. The author believes that novelty can soon wear off and thus requires the help of other techniques. However it can play an important role in attracting students? attention."
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Motivating Learning in Reading and Math, 2002.
Creating a revised curriculum using constructivist methods to create a classroom situation that is more motivating for young students. The specific focus is reading for young boys and math for young girls.
7,954 words (approx. 31.8 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 171.95
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This in-depth and thorough study examines the problem that American students lag behind others in reading and maths skills. The study involves a detailed exploration of the literature on motivating learning, with a focus on new constructivist philosophies and techniques. These are used to construct a revised curriculum plan for a brief unit combining work with both math and reading. From this plan, two sample lesson plans were developed.
Abstract
Introduction
Historical Context
Goals and Rationale
Review of the Literature
Motivating Learning
Constructivism
Lay-out of Theme
People to Study
Problems
Lesson Plans
Conclusion
References
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"In comparison with students in other parts of the world, students in the United States have lagged behind in some areas, including science, math, and languages. There are several problems associated with this, as well as with low test scores on standardized achievement tests. There are schools with inadequate funding and resources, failures in the teaching process, and lack of linkage between schools and communities. One other problem is the lack of interest on the part of students. This is the problem explored in this study. Pierce (1994) discussed this problem in regard to at-risk students. She noted that while the classroom is often a dull place for many students, for at-risk students, it can be profoundly alienating. This alienation is at least partly the result of out-of-school conditions which teachers cannot control. The alienation is reinforced if schools and classrooms focus on standardized testing and immediate learning outcomes, rather than on creating an environment in which students can thrive."
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Motivating the Workforce, 2002.
A paper on how management can motivate their workforce.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 89.95
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This is an extensive, in-depth paper about employee motivation and motivational theory. It covers basic employee and managerial motivations as well as how to deal with unmotivated and burnt-out employees. Rooted in the classic questions of psychology, motivational theory is an important part of a business education for today's human resources professionals.
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Motivating Employees, 2007.
An examination of the new human resource management (HRM) function: motivation.
2,082 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains how motivating employees is key to achieving maximum productivity with minimum resources. The writer points out that achieving a balanced approach within the workplace is the current HR focus because this is seen as central to establishing sustainable motivation strategies. This paper also examines the current evolving state of HRM training and development functionality as a component of corporate motivational strategies. In its conclusion, the paper shows that employees who are motivated take pride in their duties and will take extra steps to ensure that their tasks and the organization's customers, internal and external, are dealt with fairly and equitably.
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Developmental Overview
HRM's Shift to Motivation
Training, Development & Strategy
Case Studies in HRM Strategies
Intel & Managerial Development
Ernst & Young Creates a College
Conclusion
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"Human Resource Management (HRM) functions have been in an increasingly rapid evolutionary state since the early 1980s with the rise of the global economic model and globalization in general. Motivational issues cover the spectrum of organizations from the private to the public sector and each sector, in its own fashion, relies on better motivated workforces to achieve success. HRM researchers have alluded to the fact that HRM structures must be aligned with organizational strategies for global competitiveness to be achieved and increasingly this strategy demands a focus on employee motivation (Hall & Torrington 88). This realization for corporate enterprises and organizations that employee motivation was the new competitive differentiator began during the 1980s."
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Motivating Students to Read, 2003.
Examines how to get students motivated to read.
5,750 words (approx. 23.0 pages), 21 sources, APA, $ 135.95
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This paper examines the problem of student motivation to read. It identifies factors that affect motivation and strategies to increase student motivation. It looks at a student's needs and perceptions regarding motivation, expectancy theory and motivation and cultural aspects of motivation.
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"The following is a review of the literature related to motivating students to read. The problem of student motivation is discussed and this is followed by student needs and perceptions regarding motivation expectancy ..."
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Motivating Employees, 1999.
Examines motivation theories (Maslow, Herzberg, etc.), expectations, performance evaluation and incentives.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 9 sources, $ 63.95
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Finding the key to motivating employees is not a lesson easily learned, nor is it a lesson which, once learned, can be considered mastered. Instead, individual employees respond to different types of motivation in different ways, and successful supervisors develop comprehensive understanding of each of their employees and the corporate environment in which they operate. This research examines types of motivation and the components the go into successfully motivating employees to meet their goals and objectives.
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"Introduction
Finding the key to motivating employees is not a lesson easily learned, nor is it a lesson which, once learned, can be considered mastered. Instead, individual employees respond to different types of motivation in different ways, and successful supervisors develop comprehensive understanding of each of their employees and the corporate environment in which they operate. This research examines types of motivation and the components the go into successfully motivating employees to meet their goals and objectives.
Motivation Theories
Understanding motivation and performance begins with understanding that the workers are not necessarily to be blamed if their performance or motivation is not what the supervisor envisions. Instead of ..."
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Motivating Educators, 2000.
A look at why teachers must be motivated to teach, and ways to supply such motivation.
2,728 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 1 source, $ 81.95
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" It is essential to learn what types of motivational tools will help administrators become better team leaders. It is important for an administrator to be able to make judgments as to which motivational tool works best for each staff member. An administrator cannot assume that all staff members will respond to the same type of motivational incentives. There are many things, which contribute to an administrator?s ability to motivate his staff. These motivational factors can be divided into two categories intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic motivation is defined as engaging in an activity for it?s own sake, in absence of an external reward. On the other hand, extrinsic motivation involves engaging in an activity for some external consequence. Motivation weather intrinsic or extrinsic is a process that arouses, directs, and maintains behavior. In my opinion, being able to motivate staff members to accomplish goals is very important in creating a productive working environment. An administrator must also increase enthusiasm among the staff using intrinsic and extrinsic types of motivation. Both types of motivation are not equally important to ensure educators perform to the best of their ability."
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Motivating Employees, 2007.
This paper discusses how to motivate individual employees.
731 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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The paper discusses common motivating factors that can include money, rewards, goals and reaching those goals, matching people to jobs they will enjoy and linking rewards to an individual's performance. The paper examines well known theories including the X and Y theories, the goal setting theory and the acquired needs theory. The paper reveals that being aware that each person is motivated by something unique is the key to getting the best results from that individual.
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"Motivation theories are as varied as they are plentiful. Some experts believe that there are as many motivating factors as there are people in the world, but there are certain common factors that help to motivate the vast majority of individuals in society. Common motivating factors can include money, rewards (financial and otherwise), goals and reaching those goals, matching people to jobs they will enjoy and linking rewards to an individual's performance."
"Using these factors to motivate individuals in order to accomplish those chores or objectives that need to be completed takes a manager that understands how to apply the factors on an individual basis. The manager must also know what it is that motivates the person being motivated."
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Motivating Athletes, 2003.
Discusses factors associated with motivation.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 6 sources, $ 63.95
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Examines the purpose of performance improvement and high-quality performance. Examines differences in research motivation in relation to athletic performance. Considers the need achievement model, intrinsic motivation, and the goal theory model.
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"How can coaches motivate athletes to perform to the best of their ability? The review of literature presented here attempts to answer this question by examining salient research. All studies examined ..."
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Motivating Students, 2004.
Explains a teacher's intended approach to motivate her students.
801 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper, written from the perspective of a future middle school English teacher, details the methods and classroom activities she intends to use in an effort to motivate her students to learn. The author of the paper also explains why this approach will be successful.
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"Methods to be Used. My overall goal as a future middle school English teacher is to bring my zeal for learning into the classroom and communicate it to my students. Middle school students must be made to understand that the English language is not some dusty and dying artifact that is only taken out of their locker once a day, but rather that it is a living and changing tool that can help them better understand the world around them and communicate their ideas and thoughts more completely. In order to accomplish this level of motivation, I would use a series of portfolio assignments to strengthen my student?s reading comprehensive and writing skills. There are many ways in which portfolios have proven effective in this regard. They provide teachers with a wealth of information upon which to base instructional decisions and from which to evaluate student progress (Gomez, Grau, & Block 1991). They are also an effective means of communicating students' developmental status and progress in reading and writing to parents."
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