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Attitudinal style and basic psychological needs of university students: a qualitative study based on self-determination theory

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study adopts an exploratory qualitative design to analyze the effects of the Attitudinal Style emerging pedagogical model, alongside the implementation of self-regulated learning strategies, on the Basic Psychological Needs of university students enrolled in the bachelor’s degree in Human Movement Sciences. The research is framed within Self-Determination Theory, which emphasizes the role of autonomy, competence, and relatedness in motivation and learning. Data were collected using a set of open-ended questions as the primary data collection tool. A total of 76 university students (56 males and 20 females, aged 18 to 23 years) participated in the study. Results suggest that the Attitudinal Style model, through its emphasis on autonomy support and the promotion of self-regulated learning, may enhance students' Basic Psychological Needs, fostering a more inclusive and motivating educational environment

Source: Sportis Scientific Journal of School Sport Physical Education and Psychomotricity

DOI: 10.55040/7zw4mw91

Authors: José Luis Álvarez-Sánchez, Ángel Pérez-Pueyo, Alejandro Salicetti-Fonseca, David Hortigüela-Alcalá, Pedro Antonio Sánchez-Miguel

Institutions: Universidad de León, Universidad de Costa Rica, Universidad de Burgos, Universidad de Extremadura

Language: English

Topic: Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7208822889

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