PSYB30H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Edward L. Deci, Ibm Officevision, Introjection
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When we are extrinsically motivated we engage in an activity due to reasons outside the activity itself. (for rewards or because punishment will follow if not complete, like doing homework. ) When we are intrinsically motivated we engage in an activity simply because we receive joy and pleasure from that activity. (like painting, if you"re into art. ) According to the self-determination theory, the reasons why we do something are often more important than what we do. Self-determination theory is grounded in the humanistic tradition, which emphasizes responsibility, growth, and the actualizing tendency. Actualizing tendency: the motive to actualize or bring about growth and positive change. Ex: think of a flower ,if the envioronement doesn"t interfere the person can do what they want to do. Carl rogers talks about the actualizing tendency. According to the self-determination theory, there are 3 basic and universal psychological needs: autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
