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Showing 1 to 20 of 25 for “"Motivational Theories"”.
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Modelling employee motivation and performance
… in a work environment. The evolution of motivational theories was discussed before the motivational models arising from these theories were examined and critiqued. The wide range of, often conflicting, studies and theories in this area has led to a situation where no single model has been …
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Estudo preliminar sobre a real motivação e satisfação dos funcionários de MPEs da João Pessoa/PB
… this act is restricted to studies of traditional motivational theories and approaches. In this paper we try formatting a new indicator Labour Internal Happiness (LIH), which enables a deeper about what really motivates employees. In Micro Enterprises because of the approaching owner with the …
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Motivación y comportamientos adaptativos en jóvenes futbolistas
… verifying the capacity of these motivational theories to explain some behaviours such as the abandonment of the practice of the soccer, the unsportsmanlike behaviours, the attributional style of the performance, the ability perceived and the cohesion of the soccer¿s team. The …
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Motivation and negative discretionary effort among casino slot floor-persons
… considered most important. A review of general motivational theories, and operational specifics for the position of slot floor-person are presented; The results of the survey were compared with the results of similar studies on casino table games dealers, hospitality employees, and general …
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Monetary Vs Non-Monetary Rewards: How Different Rewards Influence Employee Motivation in the Manufacturing Sector in the UK
… literature by empirically applying established motivational theories within an under-researched sector and provides practical insights for manufacturing organisations seeking to develop effective and sustainable reward strategies.
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Teachers' Performance Assessment and Rewards Systems: A Case Study at Nanrong Junior High School
… schools in the county.</p> <p>After reviewing motivational theories, a survey was developed and conducted at the four junior high schools in Ping Tung County. Based on the results of the questionnaires, the Nanrong school scores were found to be significantly higher than the scores for the …
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Learning by Game Design for Library Instruction: A Multiple Case Study
… looks at how an instructor can incorporate motivational theories into an information literacy class through learning by game design and how students engage with the content and each other in this environment. More specific supporting questions address: How can an instructor incorporate …
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Student Programming and Identity in French Language Studies at an Ontario College
… second language acquisition, identity, and motivational theories, this exploratory study includes semi-structured interviews and an online survey. Some of the reasons why students come back to the college system to study French include family background, political decisions, patriotism, …
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Power to the People: A Comprehensive Look at Crowdsourcing Initiatives in Cultural Institutions
… critical examples, this paper presents several motivational theories of volunteer participation and outlines how this knowledge can be implemented to create a more successfully crowdsourced project.</p>
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The Effectiveness of Motivation on Staff Retention: a Case Study of NMB Plc
… together with excel technique. Different motivational theories were discussed to guide the study. The findings show that, low salaries were the most motivating factor that affect employee turnover
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The effectiveness of motivation on staff retentition: A case study of NMB PLC
… together with excel technique. Different motivational theories were discussed to guide the study. The findings show that, low salaries were the most motivating factor that affect employee turnover.
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An evaluation of the motivational factors of network marketing independent distributors using Vroom's work motivation theory
… empirical research. This is partly because most motivational theories provide models that are highly generalised and do not show a clear framework whereby research can be conducted. This has resulted in considerable uncertainty, confusion, and frustration surrounding the applied role and business …
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Perceiving the Good: An Agent Relative Account of Desire
… an investigation of various, often opposing, theories of desire. I examine motivational theories, pleasure-based theories, reward/learning accounts, and evaluative models. Ultimately, I argue that none of these theories provides adequate explanation for the metaphysics or phenomenology of …
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Skills adequacy and service delivery among health professionals at Umphumulo public hospital
… study also suggests rewards, as supported by motivational theories, such as the equity theory (Adams, 1963), as a system for employees to increase their performance and sustain their coping skills. In conclusion, government have the responsibility to embark on human capacity programmes and …
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Exploring primary school teachers' motivation for music : an investigation into the impact of personal and social problems
… responses to music, through the lens of motivational theories, in particular self-efficacy theories and value judgements. In particular, I examine how teachers’ engagement with the subject stems from a complex interaction of both personal and social factors, considering the relative and …
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Using Self-Determination Theory to Understand Mental Health Risks Among Latina Americans
… this literature emphasizes the need for grounded motivational theories that can clarify cultural risk and protective effects on mental health. This study proposed that discrepancies between self-endorsed and perceived familial-endorsed marianismo beliefs would be associated with depression, …
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Examining Student Perceptions of Professional Competency Teaching in Veterinary Education
… of research in this area by examining students' motivational perceptions of their courses, how these perceptions compare and contrast across courses, and how their perceptions relate to their effort levels and course ratings. Professional competencies encompass cognitive, social, and personal …
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A Descriptive Analysis of the Perceived Effectiveness of Virginia Tech's Faculty Development Institute
Virginia Tech's Faculty Development Institute (FDI) was developed to address issues related to the computer technology revolution; training and education of faculty; faculty professional development; and the university adjusting to change. The purpose of this study was to identify and compare the …
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Staff nurse job satisfaction as motivation for participation in staff development programs
… programs and with job satisfaction. The motivational theories of Maslow and Herzberg were used as the theoretical basis for the study.The Job Descriptive Index and a questionnaire were distributed to randomly selected staff nurses employed in the seventeen non-federal hospitals of the …
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The motivation of staff in the outdoor education industry
… techniques. Following a discussion of the major motivational theories, Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory was nominated as the grounding theory upon which the study was structured. This motivational theory aspect of the study was balanced with consideration of the social and cultural aspects of working …
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