self-determination theory-Basic Needs theory

Question 1

what is Basic Need theory?

Answer 1

Elaborates the concept of psychological needs and specifies their relation to intrinsic motivation, high-quality engagement, effective functioning, and psychological well-being.

Question 2

Basic Needs theory simplified

Answer 2

Set of universal needs and degree to which these

needs are satisfied will have important implications

Question 3

what are all needs?

Answer 3

All needs are universal, but the way they supported or hindered will not be universal.

Question 4

what phrase best fits intrinsic motivation?

Answer 4

I love the rush I feel when running down the field

Question 5

what phrase best describes integrated regulation?

Answer 5

It helps to confirm my identity as an athlete

Question 6

what phrase best describes identified regulation?

Answer 6

It will help me open doors for my future careers as a coach

Question 7

what phrase best describes introjected regulation?

Answer 7

I don’t want to let others down by quitting

Question 8

what phrase best describes external regulation?

Answer 8

My parents are making me

Question 9

what phrase best describes amotivation?

Answer 9

I have nothing better to do with myself

Question 10

what are the strengths of self-determination theory

Answer 10

• Broadly supported and extensively researched
• Makes sense
• Interactionist
• Easy to apply

Question 11

what are the weaknesses of self-determination theory

Answer 11

• Not tested in entirety
• Difficult to integrate
• Methodological challenges
• Limited impact on motivational outcomes