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Theories of Motivation
Business Leadership · Grade 12 · Leading and Motivating · 3.º Período

Theories of Motivation

Students examine classic and contemporary theories of motivation, such as Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory. They will apply these theories to workplace scenarios to understand how to drive employee performance.

Ontario Curriculum ExpectationsBOH4M - C1.1 Analyze various theories of human motivationBOH4M - C1.2 Apply motivational theories to workplace scenarios

About This Topic

Students examine classic and contemporary theories of motivation, such as Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory. They will apply these theories to workplace scenarios to understand how to drive employee performance.

Key Questions

  1. How do intrinsic and extrinsic motivators differ?
  2. How can Maslow's theory be applied to modern workplaces?
  3. What strategies can leaders use to motivate a diverse workforce?