Self-Determination Theory: 3 Basic Needs That Drive Our Behavior

The video explores self-determination theory, which posits that motivation is driven by three basic needs: autonomy, competence, and connection. It describes a spectrum of motivation from amotivation to intrinsic motivation, illustrated through student examples. The theory, developed by Richard Ryan and Edward Deci, highlights how extrinsic rewards can undermine intrinsic motivation. Cultural differences in motivation are also discussed, emphasizing the importance of understanding motivation's complexity.

What are the three basic needs that drive our behavior according to self-determination theory?

• Autonomy, Competence, Connection

• Freedom, Skill, Belonging

• Independence, Ability, Community

• Choice, Knowledge, Friendship

Which type of motivation is characterized by a lack of connection to the material and feeling that school is pointless?

• Amotivation

• Extrinsic Motivation

• Integrated Regulation

• Intrinsic Motivation

Mary's motivation is primarily driven by what factor?

• Self-image as a good student

• Desire to be the best

• External rewards

• Curiosity and enjoyment

Which student is motivated by the desire to live up to an ideal, but is not fully autonomous?

• Lalisa

• Anton

• Mary

• John

What is the highest form of motivation according to self-determination theory?

• Amotivation

• Extrinsic Motivation

• Intrinsic Motivation

• Interjected Regulation

Who developed the self-determination theory?

• B.F. Skinner

• Richard Ryan and Edward Deci

• Abraham Maslow

• Sigmund Freud

What is a potential negative effect of extrinsic rewards on motivation?

• They have no effect on motivation

• They undermine intrinsic motivation

• They only affect extrinsic motivation

• They enhance intrinsic motivation