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Review
. 2012:2012:759358.
doi: 10.1100/2012/759358. Epub 2012 Apr 30.

Self-determination as a psychological and positive youth development construct

Eadaoin K P Hui  1 , Sandra K M Tsang
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Self-determination as a psychological and positive youth development construct

Eadaoin K P Hui et al. ScientificWorldJournal. 2012.

Abstract

This paper presents a review of self-determination as a positive youth development construct. The definition and conceptualization of the concept are examined from the perspective of self-determination theory and the functional theory of self-determination. Theories of self-determination from the perspective of motivation and skills enhancement are examined. Factors contributing to self-determination, such as autonomy-supportive teaching and parenting style, culture, efficacy of intervention programmes, and the educational benefits of self-determination for students, are discussed. Strategies to promote self-determination in an educational context and implications for further research and practice are discussed.

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