PSY 3530 - Motivation

Institution:

Fitchburg State University

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Description:

3 cr. 3 hr. Characteristics of motivated behavior, explanation of sources of motives, and application of theories to current research and interpersonal skills are studied in this course. Emphasis is on the biological, learned, and cognitive components of motivation. Topics include internal and external motives, the relationship of stress and motivation, the place of physiological processes in motivation, issues in motivation of others, motivation for aggressive/passive behaviors and success/failure motivation. B Prerequisite: PSY 1100 or PSY 2200.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fitchburgstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 345-2151

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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