Reinforcement Theory of Motivation

Employee Motivation - Reinforcement Theory. Reinforcement Theory of motivation aims at achieving the desired level of motivation among the employees by means of reinforcement, punishment and extinction. Reinforcement approach, which can be both positive and negative, is used to reinforce the desired behavior.

Course Objectives:

• Introduction

• What is Reinforcement Theory?

• What is Law of Effect?

• What is Quantitative Law of Effect?

• Types of Reinforcement

• Increasing Desirable Behaviors

• What is Avoidance Learning?

• Eliminating Undesirable Behaviors

• Risks of Inappropriate Punishment

• Guidelines for Punishments

• Tips for Workplace Punishment

• Relevance of Theory at Workplace

• Managers Role in Reinforcements

• Schedules of Reinforcement

• Types of Reinforcement Schedules

• Advantages & Limitations of Theory