Intrinsic Motivation and Self Determination Theory

Today i eventually managed to track down a copy of Intrinsic Motivation (1975) by Edward Deci. Deci and Ryan are best known for Self Determination Theory which has been applied to many different areas of psychology. Deci and Ryan have in common with Dr Martin Hagger made available many of their published articles on the web. Dr Hagger's articles are here and Deci & Ryan's are here. The copy of the book i got was from my university library so i'm still trying to get a copy to keep! Let me know if you see one!

Self Determination Theory

My project for the summer (or as we call it in Scotland the time when it’s a bit hotter when it rains) is to learn more about Self Determination Theory. Specifically, it’s application to physical activity adherence research. This is made easier by the fact that one of the most prolific writers in the area Dr Martin Hagger generously has a site where you can read most of his publication without the usually required journal subscriptions. Seems to me a bit obvious really, if you want to educate you need to let as many people as possible read your work. Dr Hagger's publications can be read and downloaded here. He also has published several books which i would also highly recommend. If you have any good links for Self Determination Theory please post them here and I will work through them.