Theories of Self-Determination

In A. Farazmand (ed.), Global Encyclopedia of Public Administration, Public Policy, and Governance, Springer International Publishing AG, part of Springer Nature, DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-31816-5_3710-1

10 Pages Posted: 3 May 2019

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Mario Coccia

National Research Council of Italy (CNR)

Date Written: April 2, 2019

Abstract

Self-Determination Theory explains the factors of intrinsic motivation (autonomy, competence and relatedness) and of extrinsic motivation (internalization and integration) that support personality development and behavioral self-regulation to improve personal wellbeing and performance of people in organizations and society.

Keywords: Intrinsic Motivation, Behavioral Self-Regulation, Competence, Autonomy, Relatedness

JEL Classification: M12, M50, M52, M54, M59, O31

Suggested Citation

Coccia, Mario, Theories of Self-Determination (April 2, 2019). In A. Farazmand (ed.), Global Encyclopedia of Public Administration, Public Policy, and Governance, Springer International Publishing AG, part of Springer Nature, DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-31816-5_3710-1, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3364519

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