Lesson 7: Expectancy Theory Of Motivation And Goal Setting Theory

Question 1

Expectancy

Answer 1

An individual’s belief that he or she can perform a task to an acceptable level.

Question 2

Expectancy Theory of Motivation

Answer 2

Claims that motivation is a function of expectancy, instrumentality, and valence.

Question 3

Goal

Answer 3

A desired end state.

Question 4

Goal Setting

Answer 4

Selecting desired end states as a way to motivate human behavior.

Question 5

Individual Behaviors

Answer 5

The knowledge, skills, and abilities an individual possesses.

Question 6

Instrumentality

Answer 6

The belief that achieving an acceptable level of performance will result in a reward.

Question 7

Performance Objectives (aka performance outcomes)

Answer 7

An acceptable level of accomplishment of the task at hand.

Question 8

Reward (aka reward outcome)

Answer 8

The compensation that one receives for the amount of effort extended.

Question 9

Valence

Answer 9

The value a recipient places on a reward offered in exchange for completing a task.