Self-Determination Theory (SDT)
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A Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is a psychological framework that can be used to understand human motivation (that supports behavioral analysis).
- Context:
- It can provide insights into the intrinsic and extrinsic factors driving human motivation (autonomy, competence, relatedness).
- It can explain the impact of environmental and social conditions on self-motivation and well-being.
- It can support the design of intervention programs aimed at fostering engagement and satisfaction in education, workplace, and healthcare.
- It can range from being a theoretical framework for research to being a practical tool in applied settings, depending on its use.
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- Example(s):
- Educational programs, which use SDT to enhance student engagement and intrinsic learning motivation.
- Workplace development strategies, which integrate SDT principles to improve employee satisfaction and productivity.
- Health interventions, which leverage SDT to support sustained behavior change, such as in smoking cessation or exercise adherence.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- Behaviorism, which lacks focus on intrinsic motivation and emphasizes external reinforcement.
- Cognitive Dissonance Theory, which addresses the discomfort of holding conflicting beliefs rather than intrinsic motivation.
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which is a broader theory of human needs without specific emphasis on motivation mechanisms.
- See: Intrinsic motivation, Extrinsic motivation, Autonomy, Competence, Relatedness.