An Analysis of Motivation in Three Self-Determination Curricula

2016 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 175-185
Author(s):  
James Sinclair ◽  
Katherine W. Bromley ◽  
Karrie A. Shogren ◽  
Christopher Murray ◽  
Deanne K. Unruh ◽  
...  

Self-determination skill development is a central construct in the field of secondary special education. Recently, there has been discussion to revisit the motivational theoretical roots that influence the conceptualization of self-determination in special education, and merge motivational theories with instructional practices. Self-determination can be taught in a variety of formats, but one popular means is through self-determination curricula. To determine how motivational theories are reflected in self-determination instruction, a curriculum analysis was completed. Three motivational theories (contextual theory, self-determination theory, achievement goal theory) and three self-determination curricula (Steps to Self-Determination, Whose Future Is it Anyway?, and ME! Lessons for Teaching Self-Awareness and Self-Advocacy) were analyzed. Results indicated variability of the presence of motivational theory across curriculum.

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 372-394 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tsz Lun (Alan) Chu ◽  
Tao Zhang

The purpose of this study was to conduct a literature review on the motivational processes in a Sport Education curriculum model among high school-aged students using self-determination theory and achievement goal theory as theoretical frameworks. Literature for analysis was searched through electronic databases including Academic Research Complete, ERIC, PsycINFO, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science by entering ‘Sport Education’, ‘physical education’, and ‘high school’ or ‘secondary school’ as keywords. Articles for review were then selected using the following criteria: (a) written in English; (b) published in a peer-reviewed journal; (c) a Sport Education curriculum model implemented in high school settings with three season phases; (d) providing empirical findings; and (e) investigating motivational variables as main outcomes. A total of 18 articles were identified of moderate and high quality based on a quality assessment. A systematic review of the articles resulted in three main findings: (a) self-determination theory and achievement goal theory strongly support the positive motivational influence of Sport Education; (b) Sport Education is relatively consistent in promoting motivational outcomes across genders, grade levels, sports, and motivational profiles; and (c) more research with long-term follow-up data and teacher participants in diverse school settings is needed to examine potential differences in the motivational impact of Sport Education programs.


2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (3) ◽  
pp. 185-189 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mindy E. Lingo ◽  
Kendra L. Williams-Diehm ◽  
James E. Martin ◽  
Amber E. McConnell

Special education teachers report lack of time and a shortage of appropriate curricula as reasons impeding implementation of transition education in their classrooms. However, research indicates school and postschool outcomes of students with disabilities improve significantly with transition instruction. The ME! Lessons for Teaching Self-Awareness and Self-Advocacy materials and activities were developed to teach students to understand their disability and abilities, rights and responsibilities, and self-advocacy skills, which are all critical self-determination components. This article details a time-efficient means to teach the essence of the ME! Lessons using ME! Bell Ringers, which include instruction in self-advocacy, student involvement in individualized education program (IEP), and disability awareness, using 10-min lessons that can be taught at the beginning of class in a daily or weekly format.


2018 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diogo Monteiro ◽  
Diogo S. Teixeira ◽  
Bruno Travassos ◽  
Pedro Duarte-Mendes ◽  
João Moutão ◽  
...  

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Svein Ulstad ◽  
Vegard Rønning Valstadsve ◽  
Knut Skjesol

Denne studien er basert på målorienteringsteorien (Achievement Goal Theory - AGT) og selvbestemmelsesteorien (Self-Determination Theory – SDT) som en teoretisk ramme. Hensikten med studien er å se på sammenhengen mellom oppfattet motivasjonsklima og de tre grunnleggende psykologiske behovene for autonomi, kompetanse og sosiale relasjoner i kroppsøving. Videre vil vi se på sammenhengen mellom, tilfredsstillelse eller frustrasjon av behovene og innsats, indre motivasjon og karakter. Undersøkelsen er gjennomført som en spørreundersøkelse på fire videregående skoler i Trøndelag med 231 respondenter. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) ble brukt til å analysere dataene. Resultatene viser at et mestringsorientert klima hadde en positiv sammenheng med tilfredsstillelse av de tre grunnleggende behovene, og at et prestasjonsorientert klima hadde en positiv sammenheng med frustrasjon av de tre grunnleggende behovene. Resultatene viser også at tilfredsstillelse av de tre grunnleggende behovene hadde en positiv sammenheng med innsats, indre motivasjon og karakterer, mens frustrasjon av behovene hadde en negativ sammenheng med innsats. Analyser viser at et mestringsorientert klima har en indirekte positiv sammenheng med indre motivasjon, innsats og karakterer via tilfredsstillelse av behovene, og at et prestasjonsorientert klima har en indirekte negativ sammenheng med innsats via frustrasjon av behov, og en negativ sammenheng men indre motivasjon via dekking av behov. Å sette mestring og utvikling foran prestasjoner og sosial sammenligning trekkes fram som et viktig element i lærerarbeidet. Det er også viktig å legge til rette for gode relasjoner, at elevene får valgmuligheter i undervisningen og at aktiviteter gir mulighet for mestring. Denne studien tar for seg forskning som forhåpentligvis vil bidra til økt bevissthet rundt motivasjonsklima, grunnleggende behov og innsats, indre motivasjon og karakterer på videregående skoler. Nøkkelord: målorienteringsteorien, selvbestemmelsesteorien, innsats, indre motivasjon, kroppsøving ENGELSK TITTEL AbstractThis study is based on the Achievement Goal Theory (AGT) and Self-Determination Theory (SDT) as a theoretical framework. The purpose of the study is to look at the relationship between perceived motivational climate and the three basic psychological needs for autonomy, competence and social relationships in PE. Furthermore, we will look at the relationship between, satisfaction or frustration of the needs, and key learning indicators (effort, inner motivation and grade). The survey has been conducted at four high schools in Trøndelag with 231 respondents. SEM analyses were performed in Mplus. The results show that a mastering climate had a positive connection to satisfaction of the three basic needs, and that a performance-oriented climate had a positive connection to the frustration of the three basic needs. The results also show that satisfaction of the three basic needs had a positive connection to intrinsic motivation and grades, while the frustration of the needs had a negative relation to effort. Further, we have indirect effect from mastery climate to effort, intrinsic motivation and performance through need satisfaction, and an indirect effect from performance climate to effort through both need frustration and need satisfaction. Highlighting mastery and development instead of achievement and social comparison is emphasized as an important element in the teaching work. It is also important to facilitate good relationships, and that activities provide the opportunity for coping. This research will hopefully contribute to increased awareness of the motivation climate, basic needs and learning indicators of upper secondary schools in Norway. Keywords: achievement goal theory, Self-determination theory, effort, intrinsic motivation, physical education.


2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 1875549
Author(s):  
Gary Shkedy ◽  
Dalia Shkedy ◽  
Aileen H. Sandoval-Norton ◽  
Grace Fantaroni ◽  
Javier Montes Castro ◽  
...  

Inclusion ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 194-207
Author(s):  
Valerie L. Mazzotti ◽  
Dawn A. Rowe ◽  
Jennifer C. Wall ◽  
Katie E. Bradley

Abstract Self-determination skills are a critical skill set that may increase the likelihood of students with disabilities attaining positive inclusive experiences in school that lead to inclusion into society. Although a number of self-determination curricula exist, there is limited research that evaluates the effectiveness of the ME! curriculum for improving secondary students with disabilities' self-advocacy knowledge and skills. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of the ME! on self-advocacy and self-awareness knowledge and skills for secondary students with disabilities. Results demonstrated a functional relation between the ME! and participants' knowledge of ME! content. All participants showed increased participation during posttransition planning meetings. Findings support use of the ME! for enhancing students' self-advocacy and self-awareness knowledge and skills and generalizing that knowledge to authentic, inclusive contexts. Limitations and implications for future research and practice are discussed.


2020 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 239694152094552
Author(s):  
Amanda A Webster ◽  
Susanne Garvis

Background Studies involving autistic adults have often focused on negative outcomes and quality of life ratings. Aims This study provides a different viewpoint by examining the perspectives of autistic men who consider themselves to be successful. Methods Data were gathered from 10 men who shared their experiences and perceptions regarding their journey to achieve success. Self-determination theory provided a useful lens for examining the men’s narratives and understanding the factors that led to their success. Results Analysis of interviews revealed four main themes: (1) being my own self, (2) a competent professional, (3) solving problems in a neurotypical world, and (4) relating and connecting. These themes reflect the men’s perception of their own self-determination including their autonomy, competence, and relatedness with others. Conclusions The men’s sense of success was derived from their ability to achieve competence in their work, act without help or influence from others and demonstrate a high level of self-awareness and self-reflection. Despite this, many continued to experience difficulty in the social areas of their lives. Implications: These findings suggest that self-determination theory may present an alternative and more positive means of enacting support programs for autistic individuals, and males in particular.


2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 175-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Doug Cooper ◽  
Justine Allen

In contrast to cross-sectional age trends of declining adult participation in sport, engagement in adventure sports is increasing among adults. The coach may have an important role to play in shaping the motivational climate to encourage and retain participants in adventure sport. The purpose of this study was to provide an in-depth examination of the coach-created motivational climate in noncompetition focused adult adventure sport by adopting a multiple methods approach. The study was grounded in a multidimensional theoretical perspective that combines achievement goal theory and self-determination theory. Questionnaires, interviews, and observations of coaching sessions were employed to assess coaches’ (N = 6), participants’ (N = 25), and observers’ perspectives on the empowering and disempowering nature and features of coaching sessions. Analysis of the data demonstrated consistent views that the coaches created a strongly empowering and only weakly disempowering climate. Insight was gained about why and how coaches created this climate, as well as the challenges they experienced in maintaining an empowering climate for adults in adventure sport contexts. The place of structure, control, relatedness support, and coaches’ philosophies are discussed.


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