Driven by internal rewards, such as personal interest, curiosity, or the inherent satisfaction of learning something new. It leads to longer-lasting learning and better retention.
Carol Dweck’s research suggests that students who believe their abilities can develop through effort (growth mindset) are more motivated to learn than those who believe intelligence is fixed. Motivation in Learning
Driven by external factors, including grades, rewards, praise, or fear of failure. While less persistent than intrinsic motivation, it can still support students in achieving academic goals. Driven by internal rewards, such as personal interest,
Intrinsically Motivated - Harvard Graduate School of Education Driven by internal rewards