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Edward Deci and Richard Ryan: Founders of Self-Determination Theory

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Peter Kolomiets
|March 16, 2026|Updated Apr 13, 2026|7 min read
Edward Deci and Richard Ryan: Founders of Self-Determination Theory

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References

  1. Deci, E. L. (1971). Effects of Externally Mediated Rewards on Intrinsic Motivation
  2. Ryan, R. M., & Deci, E. L. (2017). Self-Determination Theory: Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness
  3. Deci, E. L. (1975). Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Determination in Human Behavior

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