Compare and contrast the content or values of two learning objectives for motivation (see below). When choosing your two learning objectives for your assignment, one should be an area where you had the least prior-knowledge; the second should be where you believe to be the most valuable in your future career. Do not use the same item for both of your choices!
1. An understanding of the role that motivation plays in achieving organizational objectives
2. The role of and importance of trust for managers in motivating employees
3. The scientific management approach to motivation
4. The equity approach of motivation
5. The hierarchy of needs
6. The achievement-power-affiliation approach to motivation
7. The motivation-maintenance approach to motivation
8. The expectancy approach to motivation
9. The reinforcement approach to motivation
10. Achieving a positive level of organizational morale - add how one would achieve this objective
Required:
1. Provide an initial posting of 225 to 300 words.
2. Use formal writing. Errors will reduce your grade.
3. Grading will only consider content relating to management concepts.
4. Respond by extending the discussion by adding new insights, different examples from your experience, or from other sources.
5. Apply critical thinking. Agreement, quoting other learners, or repeating the case content will count as zero words and zero points.