AQA GCSE Psychology · 8182
Paper 1
Revise: Dweck’s Mindset Theory, Praise and Self-EfficacyLepper and colleagues (1973) found that nursery children rewarded for drawing later drew less than unrewarded children. This suggests external rewards can undermine intrinsic motivation. However, rewards for drawing are not identical to verbal praise, so the finding should not be treated as proof that all praise is harmful.
- Revise: Learning Styles and Willingham’s Learning Theory
Doing an activity because it is enjoyable or satisfying in itself, rather than to obtain an external reward.