Harlow's experiment demonstrated that the motivation of rhesus monkeys to solve problems was driven by intrinsic interest, not external rewards like food.
The introduction of raisins as a reward in Harlow's trial resulted in more mistakes and less engagement from the monkeys, challenging traditional notions of motivation.
Harlow proposed a shift in understanding motivation as being centered on intrinsic reward, derived naturally from an individual's interest in the task.
Observing toddlers at play can illuminate how inherent motivation drives learning and engagement, rather than external incentives or biological needs.
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