This document discusses several theories of motivation: 1. Attribution theory explains how people attribute their successes and failures to internal or external factors. 2. Self-efficacy theory states that a sense of competence and belief in one's abilities increases motivation. Strategies to enhance self-efficacy are outlined. 3. Self-determination theory discusses how providing choices and evaluating performance in a non-controlling way can increase motivation. Self-regulation involves goal-setting, planning, and self-monitoring.