98% Research Report for Project 4809

Module code: HRPYC81



Research report for: PROJECT 4809



Assignment number: 42



Title of study: WHAT MOTIVATES VOLUNTEER BEHAVIOUR?



Surname:



Student number:



Examination period: October/November 2020

, CONTENTS: PAGE

Abstract 3
Literature Review 4
Definitions 4
Theories and Models 5
One factor Model 5
Two Factor Model: Altruism vs. Egoism 5
Functional approach 6
Yeung’s Octagon Model of Volunteerism 7
Motivational Factor Studies 7
Research Rationale 9
Research Aims 10
Research Method 10
Research Design 10
Participants 11
Interviews 13
Data Analysis 14
Trustworthiness 16
Ethical Considerations 17
Discussion of Identified Themes 19
Empathic Joy 19
Altruism 20
Religiosity 21
Social Needs 22
Conclusion 22
List of References 24
Appendices 27
Plagiarism Declaration 29




2