"Intrinsic Motivation Theory" was developed by

Options

A. 1.Harlow (1950)
B. 2.Sigmund Freud (1902)
C. 3.Mark and Ervin (1970)
D. 4.Dollard(1939)

Answer

A

Explanation

Harlow’s Intrinsic Motivation Theory:

The term ‘intrinsic’ was first seen in an article by Harlow (1950).
Harlow’s theory was based on a study on Rhesus monkeys, which led him to believe that the problem-solving behaviour of monkeys in manipulating mechanical puzzles, continued for many hours in the absence of food (extrinsic reward).
The monkeys completed the task for the enjoyment of doing it.
Intrinsic motivation is defined as doing an activity for inherent satisfaction rather than for some reward.
His study led to more such studies on intrinsic motivation.