Brief Introduction
This course surveys the field of motivationCourse Summary
Discover the science behind what motivates us and how to apply it to your own life or work. Get a deeper understanding of human motivation and learn how to create an environment that fosters and sustains motivated behavior.Key Learning Points
- Understand the science behind motivation and why it matters
- Learn how to create a motivating environment
- Discover techniques to sustain motivation over time
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $76,000 - $126,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 15,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €50,000
- USA: $76,000 - $126,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 15,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €50,000
- USA: $67,000 - $137,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 18,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €60,000
- USA: $76,000 - $126,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 15,00,000
- Spain: €35,000 - €50,000
- USA: $67,000 - $137,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 18,00,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €60,000
- USA: $0 - $200,000+
- India: INR 0 - INR 2,00,00,000+
- Spain: €0 - €100,000+
Related Topics for further study
- Behavioral Psychology
- Motivation Techniques
- Organizational Behavior
- Performance Management
- Human Resources
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a deep understanding of what motivates people
- Learn how to create a motivating environment
- Discover techniques to sustain motivation over time
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of psychology
- Openness to changing your own behavior
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Video Lectures
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- Leadership in Crisis: Preparation and Performance
- Negotiation Mastery
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Daniel Pink
- Angela Duckworth
Related Books
Description
Course description
This course surveys the field of motivation. This field entails the scientific examination of motives, traditionally defined as internal forces or influences within the organism having two purposes, namely, to activate and arouse the organism to an optimal level of functioning and to direct the organisms behavior toward the attainment of a goal. Often described colloquially as the study of why we do the things we do, this line of inquiry has become increasingly important in recent years as it speaks to the decisive question of what people fundamentally want or desire in life. For some time now, psychologists have proposed different theories of motivation, which may be classified with respect to whether the theory posits natural forces (drives, needs, and desires) versus some form of rationality (meaningfulness and self-identity) as energizing, directing, or sustaining behavior and whether the theory focuses on content (what motivates) versus process (how motivation takes place). Further, much scientific research has documented the numerous and varied forces or influences on motivation at all levels, that is, biological, psychological, and sociocultural. For example, at the biological level, researchers have uncovered the neuroscience of motivation (mesolimbic dopaminergic pathways). At the psychological level, determinants of motivation have been shown to involve all aspects of experience, namely, cognition (goal setting, mindsets, and control beliefs), affect (emotions arise from progress or hindrance in goal pursuit), and valuation (personality and values influence motivation via the processes of goal content and goal striving). At the sociocultural level, the relations between inner social needs (affiliation and dominance) and motivation have been explored for some time now and more recently sociocultural theory has expanded the conceptualization of motivation to include external factors such as culturally-based knowledge and social interaction as potential motivators. Finally, given that motives have been shown to differ in strength depending on the person and on the situation, diversity, and contextual considerations have more recently been integrated into the field.
Summary of User Reviews
Users have largely positive reviews for the Motivation course offered by Harvard's online learning platform. The course has been praised for its engaging content and insightful discussions. Many users found the course to be a valuable resource for understanding motivation and applying it in their personal and professional lives.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging contentPros from User Reviews
- Insightful discussions
- Valuable resource for understanding motivation
- Applicable to personal and professional lives
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic
- Limited interaction with instructors
- Not enough practical examples
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