2. What Is Self-Determination Theory?
Self-Determination Theory, or SDT, is a theory that links personality,
human motivation, and optimal functioning. It is concerned with
the motivation behind choices people make without external influence
and interference.
3. The theory identifies three key psychological needs that are believed to be both innate and universal:
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4. How to use SDT
SATISFYING WORKERS’ NEED FOR COMPETENCE:
7. Goal Setting Theory of Motivation
Goal-setting theory refers to the effects of setting goals on subsequent performance.
This theory states that goal setting is essentially linked to task performance. It states
that specific and challenging goals along with appropriate feedback contribute to
higher and better task performance.