Motivation is important to each of us. Studying for a test, doing household chores, completing a task at work, all these activities require motivation to "get the job done." Closely linked to motivation is emotion, if we are excited about a project, the motivation is there too.

1. What are the functions of emotions and how do they keep a person motivated for success in college or your career goals?
2. How does the cognitive approach explain your motivation for college?