The Interaction of Motivation and Generational Cohort on Creativity

The purpose of this research was to examine the degree to which intrinsic motivation explained variation in subjective creativity across generational cohorts using the IMI and GPS scale. The results of the study indicated that generational cohort did not moderate the relationship between intrinsic motivation and subjective creativity. However, intrinsic behaviors, perceived competence, and perceived choice were found to significantly predict subjective creativity, regardless of generational cohort interaction. Moreover, the results of the moderation analysis were significant, indicating the interaction between pressure/tension and generational cohort on subjective creativity was significant and moderation can be supported.