Tag: external motivation

January 23, 2026 / Mohammed looti

EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION

Defining Extrinsic Motivation Extrinsic motivation is fundamentally defined as behavior driven by external rewards, incentives, or consequences, existing outside of the individual’s inherent enjoyment or satisfaction derived directly from the activity itself. This contrasts sharply with intrinsic motivation, which arises from internal factors, such as pleasure, interest, or a personal sense of mastery (Gredler, 2017). […]

November 22, 2025 / Mohammed looti

SELF-DETERMINATION THEORY

Introduction to Self-Determination Theory Self-Determination Theory (SDT), pioneered by psychologists Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan, represents a comprehensive macro-theory of human motivation, personality, and optimal functioning. Unlike traditional motivational theories that often focus solely on the magnitude or strength of motivation, SDT places critical emphasis on the quality of motivation, differentiating between motivations […]