self-determination theory Flashcards
what are the motivation regulations?
intrinsic motivation- for the enjoyment in the activity
identified motivation- identifying with the benefit and doing it for this reason
introjected motivation- internal feeling of having to do something, guilt/shame (negative)
external motivation- pressure from outside
which motivation regulations are autonomous motivation?
intrinsic motivation
identified motivation
which motivation regulations are controlled motivation?
introjected motivation
external motivation
which motivation has more positive effects on performance and outcome?
autonomous motivation encourages higher physical activity engagement, whereas controlled motivation may lead to less physical activity engagement
what are the basic psychological needs
- autonomy
- competence
- relatedness
what is autonomy supporting?
asking questions
opportunities for input and choice
acceptance of feelings and perspectives
provides rationale
what is autonomy thwarting?
offer rewards to do something
complete an activity for someone
uses controlling language
interrupts inappropriately
what is competence supporting?
provide praise/ bring attention to strengths
focus on solutions
positive and energetic approach
acknowledge effort
what is competence thwarting?
making fun of someone
punishing a mistake
focus on past
focus on problems
what is relatedness supporting?
friendly, relaxed, positive
introduce people
relatable
engaging with everyone
what is relatedness thwarting?
cold, unfriendly style
focus only on those engaged
only talk to people during activity
restricts interaction
how does supporting psychological needs affect autonomous motivation?
it increases autonomous motivation
what is the relationship between the psychological need satisfaction scale and the motivation regulations?
There is a positive relationship between intrinsic motivation, identified motivation and introjected motivation and the psychological need satisfaction scale
There is no relationship between psychological need satisfaction and external regulation.
what does autonomy refer to?
the need to feel in control and have a say in one’s own decisions
what does competence refer to?
the need to feel capable and effective - to do something effectively
