Measurement of Motivational Style: A Response Format

Abstract

Adaptive motivation theory propose different styles of motivated behavior. These are identified as stimulus/response, need, equity, and rational styles. This report outlines an initial approach to the measurement of motivational style, using paragraph descriptions of four styles of motivation, and a random style. Response patterns for the different styles are examined by demographic variables, such as age and work experience. Implications for the measurement of motivational style are discussed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA124185

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  • Frank J. Landy
  • Wendy S. Becker

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  • Pennsylvania State University

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