Differentiate between how behavioral, humanistic, and cognitive theories depict motivation.

What will be an ideal response?


The behavioral emphasis is on rewards and punishments as keys in determining a student's motivation. The humanistic perspective stresses students' capacity for personal growth, freedom to choose their destiny, and positive qualities. The cognitive perspective emphasizes how students' thoughts guide their motivation.
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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Which group of words would indicate a quantitative study?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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