Doi:10.1016/j.adolescence.2005.11.009 - 2006_NiemiecLynchVansteenkisteetal_JOA.pdf. Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivations: Classic Definitions and New Directions - 2000_RyanDeci_IntExtDefs.pdf. Home. 1984_BenwareDeci.pdf. 1994_RyanStillerLynch.pdf. - 2001_DeciKoestnerRyan.pdf. Self-Determination Theory (Deci and Ryan. Summary: Self-Determination Theory is a theory of motivation and personality that addresses three universal, innate and psychological needs: competence, autonomy, and psychological relatedness.
Originators: Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan, psychologists at the University of Rochester. Key Terms: motivation, competence, autonomy, relatedness.