Motivational Theories and the College Student. This paper categorizes motivational theories in respect to work on college degrees. While there are many specific forms of motivational theories, those that will be discussed are the expectancy theory, the dependency theory, and the positive motivational theory. This paper shall explore these theories in respect to a personal motivation to earn a college degree, in addition to how another person would be motivated to earn a college degree. 3 pgs. No sources listed. Pages: 3 Bibliography: 0 source(s) listed Filename: 9240 Motivational Theories Student.doc Price: 26.85