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Hierarchy of Needs
Defining Motivation
The processes that account for an
individuals intensity, direction, and
persistence of effort toward attaining a goal.
Key
KeyElements
Elements
1.
1. Intensity:
Intensity:how
howhard
hardaaperson
persontries
tries
2.
2.
3.
3.
Direction:
Direction:toward
towardbeneficial
beneficialgoal
goal
Persistence:
Persistence:how
howlong
longaaperson
persontries
tries
Maslows Theory
We each have a hierarchy of needs that
ranges from "lower" to "higher." As lower
needs are fulfilled there is a tendency for
other, higher needs to emerge.
Daniels, 2004
Maslows Theory
Maslows theory maintains that a person
does not feel a higher need until the needs
of the current level have been satisfied.
Maslow's basic needs are as follows:
Physiological Needs
Food
Air
Water
Clothing
Sex
Safety Needs
Protection
Stability
Pain Avoidance
Routine/Order
Social Needs
Affection
Acceptance
Inclusion
Esteem
Esteem Needs
Self-Respect
Self-Esteem
Respected by
Others
Self-Actualization
Provide challenges
Encourage autonomy
Esteem
Feedback
Acknowledge success
Social
Introductions
Interact with students
Inclusive activities
Safety
Summary
Self-Actualization
Esteem
Belonging
Safety
Physiological