For this Written Assignment, provide one to two paragraphs for each part in a MS Word document, which you will upload to this assignment folder. Be sure to address all the questions and label each part/topics.

Part 1 (5 points):

Watch the video - The Surprising Truth about Motivation

Compare the information from the video to the different motivation theories discussed in the book. Which theories does it support? How?

Are there any theories the information from the video runs contrary to? Which ones, and how?

Part 2 (5 points):

Using Equity theory, explain how someone might be motivated or demotivated at work. Provide an example and identify the different components.

Describe what might happen if an inequity occurs and explain why. (Hint: there are 5 things an individual might do if they perceive an inequity)

Part 3 (5 pts):

Using Expectancy theory, describe how someone might be motivated to accomplish something. Be sure to identify the Expectancy, Instrumentality, and Valence.

Describe what happens in the absence of expectancy, instrumentality, or valence.