Development of intrinsic motivation through satisfaction with physical activities of school-aged children Cover Image

Rozvoj vnitřní motivace ke sportování u dětí školního věku se zaměřením na pozitivní prožitky
Development of intrinsic motivation through satisfaction with physical activities of school-aged children

Author(s): Adam Blažej
Subject(s): Sports Studies
Published by: Masarykova univerzita nakladatelství
Keywords: physical education; physical activity; motivation; intrinsic motivation; satisfaction; positive feelings

Summary/Abstract: This article deals with the development of satisfaction and positive feelings and their effect on intrinsic motivation of children participated in physical activities. The author describes some attitudes and methods of trainers which could result to evoke such memories from training session that increases the possibility of creating a positive experience out of it. Which often results into an increase of intrinsic motivation to exercise and need of development in that physical activity. There are several theories about the development of intrinsic motivation and satisfaction of various areas of human being. These are described in detail in the article which includes some examples of their use in sport practice. The article is therefore primarily based on a survey of the theories of other sciences and disciplines (psychology, pedagogy) and their application to kinesiology.

  • Issue Year: 11/2017
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 116-130
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: Czech