Fröjd’s toolbox Avsnitt 61: Motivation, Development and Wellness in schools; Self-Determination Theory with Richard Ryan
Apr 19, 2025
Professor Richard Ryan, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of Self-Determination Theory, discusses the crucial role of autonomy, competence, and relatedness in education. He explores how teachers can support intrinsic motivation and enhance student well-being by fostering ownership in learning. Richard highlights the importance of positive feedback and building trust in classrooms, while addressing challenges like amotivation. He emphasizes the need for autonomy-supportive leadership to boost teacher morale and create thriving learning environments.
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Not All Extrinsic Motivation Is Equal
- Extrinsic motivation varies: some forms are autonomous, others are controlled and harmful.
- Teaching should cultivate internalized, autonomous reasons for doing non‑interesting tasks.
Prefer Specific Feedback Over Tangible Rewards
- Use specific positive feedback to build students' sense of competence instead of tangible rewards.
- Let mastery feelings act as internal reinforcement for learning.
Protect Teacher Autonomy As A Leader
- Principals should adopt autonomy‑supportive leadership to boost teacher morale and engagement.
- Avoid micromanaging; give teachers voice and space to teach creatively.
