Methods of Motivation

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Evidence

Back

Facts, statistics, numerical data, quotations, specific examples, and expert opinions that support a claim.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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Claim

Back

The writer's or speaker's position on a debatable issue or problem.

Front

Reason

Back

An explanation that states why others should accept a claim.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

Argument

Back

A coherent series of reasons, statements, or facts intended to support or establish a point of view.

Front

Motivation

Back

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.

Front

Intrinsic Motivation

Back

Engaging in a behavior because it is personally rewarding.

Front

Extrinsic Motivation

Back

Engaging in a behavior to earn external rewards or avoid punishment.

Front

Positive Reinforcement

Back

Adding a rewarding stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

Front

Negative Reinforcement

Back

Removing an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

Front

Punishment

Back

Introducing an aversive consequence to decrease the likelihood of a behavior.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3