PSY 420 M4D1: Impact of Culture on Motivation

M4D1: Impact of Culture on Motivation

Although as human beings, we share more similarities than differences, culture plays a very large impact on motivation because the culture in which we are raised impacts our: values; beliefs; norms and mores; verbal and non verbal communication styles; cognitive processing; attitudes regarding the importance of family and community; etc. These, in turn, can all impact the emphasis we place on different needs and ultimately, the goals we pursue and the ways in which we are motivated.
For this discussion, you may want to review the articles on SDT provided in your required readings for Module 2.  In the United States and other individualistic cultures, emphasis is placed upon autonomy although there are individual and group differences: for example, females and collectivist subcultures within the United States often place more emphasis on relatedness than autonomy. The ways in which needs are satisfied and expressed are different within cultures, and you will find there is quite a bit of research on these topics.
Discussions are an opportunity for you to communicate your ideas clearly and effectively, interact and challenge your peers respectfully, and support your writing with examples and scholarly resources.  Be sure to answer all questions and view the rubric to be sure you can earn maximum points.
This activity addresses Module Outcomes 2, 3, & 4.  Upon successful completion of this activity, you will be able to:
·        MO2: Describe how research is used to study the science of motivation. (CO3)

·        MO3: Discuss the role of culture on motivation. (CO2)

·        MO4: Discuss the application of research on the role of culture on motivation to the workplace. (CO4)
This activity aligns with the career competencies of written communication and critical thinking.
For your discussion posting this week, complete the following:
For this discussion activity, students will go to the Self Determination Theory website and select one article to review that examines motivation and self-determination theory across cultures. You will then read the article and provide a 2-3 paragraph overview that addresses the following points:

* The title of the article

* The purpose of the study

* The cultures represented in the study

* The findings of the study

* Your thoughts and reactions after reading the article and discussion on how these findings might apply in your own career, interests, or experiences.

* Below you post, reference the article you selected in APA format.

Keep the following points in mind when working in the discussion forums:

·        Postings should display originality in thought and insightful synthesis.

·        Postings should demonstrate understanding of key concepts.

·        Responses should be original and stimulate discussion.

·        Remember to properly cite and reference your sources in APA format.

·        For maximum points in discussions, reply to at least three of your classmates’ postings before Sunday night.
Consult Discussion Criteria and the Discussion Posting Guide for information about writing your discussion posts. It is recommended that you write your post in a document first. Check your work and correct any spelling or grammatical errors. When you are ready to make your initial post, click on “Reply.” Then copy/paste the text into the message field, and click “Post Reply.” This is a “post first” discussion forum. You must submit your initial post before you can view other students’ posts.  To respond to a peer, click “Reply” beneath her or his post and continue as with an initial post.
You are encouraged to visit the LibraryLinks to an external site. or the Excelsior OWLLinks to an external site. for assistance with APA style formatting.
Evaluation
This discussion will be graded using the discussion board rubric. Please review this rubric, located on the Rubrics page within the Start Here module of the course, prior to beginning your work to ensure your participation meets the criteria in place for this discussion. All discussions combined are worth 35% of your final course grade.

Reading link:

http://selfdeterminationtheory.org/SDT/documents/2008_Mancini_APT.pdf

http://selfdeterminationtheory.org/SDT/documents/2011_TeixeiraPatrickMata_NutrBul.pdf