Autonomy Orientation: A Guide to Self-Directed Learning
Introduction and Definition of Autonomy Orientation The concept of Autonomy Orientation (AO) represents a fundamental construct within personality psychology, specifically detailed and operationalized within Richard Ryan and Edward Deci’s widely influential framework, Self-Determination Theory (SDT). Autonomy Orientation describes a stable, characteristic manner in which individuals interpret, initiate, and regulate their behavior across various life domains. […]