Self-Determination Theory and Motivation

What is self-determination theory?

• A theory of human motivation and personality

• A theory of cognitive development

• A theory of social learning

• A theory of emotional intelligence

According to self-determination theory, what are the three basic psychological needs that drive behavior?

• Competence, autonomy, and relatedness

• Competence, independence, and achievement

• Autonomy, mastery, and purpose

• Autonomy, relatedness, and achievement

What is competence in the context of self-determination theory?

• Having sufficient qualities to perform a task

• Feeling a sense of attachment to others

• Feeling in control of one's behavior

• Feeling effective in dealing with the environment

What is relatedness in the context of self-determination theory?

• Feeling a sense of attachment to others

• Having sufficient qualities to perform a task

• Feeling in control of one's behavior

• Feeling effective in dealing with the environment

What is autonomy in the context of self-determination theory?

• Feeling in control of one's behavior

• Having sufficient qualities to perform a task

• Feeling a sense of attachment to others

• Feeling effective in dealing with the environment

What type of motivation does self-determination theory primarily focus on?

• Intrinsic motivation

• Extrinsic motivation

• Achievement motivation

• Social motivation

How does self-determination theory suggest intrinsic motivation can be enhanced?

• By aligning tasks with personal goals

• By providing external rewards

• By increasing competition with others

• By imposing strict deadlines

In what settings has research shown the importance of the three basic needs in self-determination theory?

• Workplace, education, and sports

• Home, community, and leisure

• Healthcare, politics, and technology

• Art, music, and literature

How can teachers promote self-determination in the classroom?

• Encouraging a culture of autonomy

• Providing excessive external rewards

• Limiting student choices and initiatives

• Focusing only on extrinsic motivation

What can employers do to enhance self-determination in the workplace?

• Encourage autonomy and personal growth

• Imposing strict control and micromanagement

• Offering excessive extrinsic rewards

• Discouraging employee involvement in decision-making