Motivational Theory In basic terms, Frey, & Oberholzer-Gee (1995) …show more content…
Accordingly, by applying the collaborative learning theory, the result is the creation of a learning environment that not only maximizes the learner 's ability to interact with one another through discussion, cooperation, and feedback. The learners themselves are transformed, or motivated significantly through the collaboration. The result is the fostering of the cognitive, social, and even emotional dimensions in the interactions of learners in correlation with the learning taking place (Freeman, Alston, & Winborne, …show more content…
Students are more motivated to participate in classroom activities with greater intensity and feeling. Through the integration of technology in the group dynamic, there is an increased focus on the intrinsic sources of motivation such as for working for the satisfaction of doing their best for their team (Freeman, Alston, & Winborne, 2008).
Conclusion
Through this in-depth look at the theories of collaboration and motivation, it is concluded that there are profuse connections between two models in regards to collaboration influences motivation (Frey, & Oberholzer-Gee, 1995). Furthermore collaboration and motivation theories are shown to have an intersection of their common goals. Both theories share the importance of needs and behavior aspects in the development of their theories as each is capable of having an effect on by the other.
For instance in order to understand how to bring about specific outcomes, we must first try to get a hold on the specific needs and/or wants that cause certain behaviors to be brought forth. Before successfully implanting collaborative groups, we much understand the factors that can be motivations for the groups. Likewise, the motivational theory explores motivation in order to bring about a more in-depth understanding of what influences people to do the things they