How feedback boosts motivation and play in a brain-training game
We study effects of feedback type and valence in a brain-training game. Evaluative feedback increases, but comparative feedback decreases future game play. Negative feedback (NF) decreases feelings of competence, but increases immediate play. Positive feedback boosts intrinsic motivation through competence and autonomy needs. NF motivates repairing poor short-term performance; PF fosters long-term motivation.
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