Investigating the Effects of Rewards and Reward-Based Messages in Social Dilemmas

• In Event: Motivational Processes Within Socially Desirable and Undesirable Contexts

Abstract

A study was conducted to examine the effect of rewards and reward-based messages on cooperation rates within social dilemmas, and what would happen to cooperation rates once the rewards and messages were removed. Deci and Ryan's (1985) self-determination theory was used to predict potential undermining effects. Results partially supported predictions.

Authors

• Kyle Andrews, Northern Illinois University

• Frank Boster, Michigan State University