IB Sports, exercise and health science C.3.2 Self-determination Key Definitions

Amotivation is a state where a person lacks the desire or intention to act.

Autonomous motivation is when someone engages in an activity because they believe it's in line with their own goals and values. It's a self-determined behavior that comes from within the person

Independence or freedom, as of the will or one's actions

The ability to do something successfully or efficiently.

Controlled motivation is driven by external factors, such as rewards or pressures.

Extrinsic motivation refers to the drive to participate in an activity due to external rewards or pressures, such as praise, recognition, trophies, or grades, rather than the inherent enjoyment of the activity itself; essentially, being motivated by factors outside of oneself to perform a behavior.

Intrinsic motivation refers to the internal drive to participate in an activity for its own sake, meaning a person is motivated by the inherent satisfaction or enjoyment they get from the activity itself, rather than external rewards or pressures like trophies or praise.

Motivation can be defined as the drive to take part and persist in an activity, it is a significant factor related to sports adherence.

The state or fact of being related or connected.

Self-determination theory (SDT) is a theory that explains how people are motivated and develop their personalities. It also examines how social and cultural factors affect motivation and well-being.