Self-Determination Theory: Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness
The record for Ryan and Deci's book gives its table of contents. It opens with an introduction and overview of self-determination theory, then covers philosophical and historical considerations, including organismic principles, human autonomy, psychological needs and the history of intrinsic motivation. It then sets out the six mini-theories of the approach, beginning with cognitive evaluation theory and the effects of rewards, feedback and other external events on intrinsic motivation. It is cited as a book, so the page reports its scope and no findings.
The record for Ryan and Deci's book gives its table of contents. It opens with an introduction and overview of self-determination theory, then covers philosophical and historical considerations, including organismic principles, human autonomy, psychological needs and the history of intrinsic motivation. It then sets out the six mini-theories of the approach, beginning with cognitive evaluation theory and the effects of rewards, feedback and other external events on intrinsic motivation. It is cited as a book, so the page reports its scope and no findings.
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Ryan, R. M., & Deci, E. L. (2017). Self-Determination Theory: Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness. Guilford Press.