Exploring the Relationship Between Self-Determination Theory and Physical Education Teachers Meeting Recommended Weekly Physical Education Minutes

Promoting College Students’ Physical Activity Enjoyment and Motivation in a Semester-Long Zumba Fitness Course

“…At the end of the six Zumba sessions that were evaluated, students consistently rated their feelings of autonomy, competence, relatedness, and overall enjoyment of the session highly. Autonomy relates to the power to choose activities that align with their integrated self (Ball et al, 2017). Competence relates to the experience of mastery of a behavior (Ball et al, 2017).…”

“…Autonomy relates to the power to choose activities that align with their integrated self (Ball et al, 2017). Competence relates to the experience of mastery of a behavior (Ball et al, 2017). Relatedness refers to building meaningful connections with others, which consists of creating an empathetic and positive environment for the behavior to take place.…”

“…According to Self-Determination Theory (Ryan & Deci, 2000), intrinsic motivation is fostered when basic psychological needs (i.e., autonomy, competence, and relatedness) are met. Autonomy relates to the power to choose activities that align with their integrated self (Ball et al, 2017). Competence relates to the experience of mastery of a behavior (Ball et al, 2017).…”

“…Autonomy relates to the power to choose activities that align with their integrated self (Ball et al, 2017). Competence relates to the experience of mastery of a behavior (Ball et al, 2017). Positive performance feedback encourages competence in individuals, increasing their intrinsic motivation (Ryan & Deci, 2000).…”