A student-focused approach makes motivation science engaging, dynamic, and relevant

Presenting coverage of both classic and cutting-edge approaches to the study of motivation, the authors emphasize the combined influence of cognitions, emotions, neuroscience, unconscious processes, and biology in the study of motivation science.
In order to reinforce the study of motivation science’s relevance of in real-world situations, the authors provides insights into the reasons why people often fail at their goals, and explain techniques that may improve students’ future goal pursuits.
The text helps students to recognize and understand the primary motives known to influence human behavior — namely the needs for autonomy, competence, and belongingness.
Separate chapters on goal setting, goal planning, and goal striving help students develop a deep understanding of the goal-achievement process.

Pedagogical features encourage active learning and guide students through the material

Annotated graphs help students better understand data.
Motivate Yourself features offer simple tips for how students can use motivation science to improve their own lives.
Try It! activities help students engage with the course material.
The long-term ProjectMe feature prompts students to apply course concepts to a self-selected goal over the duration of the course.

Motivation Science is also available via Revel™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience. Learn more.

Motivation Science, 1st edition

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