Learning requires motivation. Otherwise, we wouldn’t learn anything. By better understanding how people are motivated, we can find ways to improve our motivation to learn something. Improving our motivation can be as simple as adjusting our thoughts, plans, and attitudes, or it may involve discussing with peers or teachers to find reasons that resonate with us and can then be used as motivation.
This video is a very short overview of Self-Determination Theory. I recommend you watch it first to get the gist before you dive deeper: Self-Determination Theory Explained by Psychology Exposed
However, the video glosses over some crucial details, predominantly the self-determination continuum. Therefore, next, read the sections below from Self Determination Theory and How It Explains Motivation by positivepsychology.com. This resource is more geared towards teachers. However, it is still a helpful resource for you as a student because, in some ways, you are your own teacher.
- Introduction
- What is the Meaning of Self-Determination Theory? – The video here is optional, and skip the Self-Determination Theory Questionnaires section
- Self-Determination Theory and Goals
- How to Promote and Encourage Self-Determination Skills
If you want a video overview of self-determination theory that is between the above video and reading, you can optionally watch 3 Basic Needs That Drive Your Behavior [Self-Determination Theory] by Sprouts.
