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Self-determination as a positive youth development construct: conceptual bases and implications for curriculum
Eadaoin K P Hui1, Sandra K M Tsang
1Faculty of Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. eadaoin@hkucc.hku.hk
International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health
|October 31, 2006
Summary
This study conceptualizes self-determination in youth, focusing on motivation and skill-building. It highlights key components like goal setting and problem-solving to foster autonomy in adolescents.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Education
- Youth Development
Background:
- Self-determination is crucial for adolescent development.
- The Hong Kong Positive Youth Development Program (P.A.T.H.S.) defines self-determination as goal-setting and choice-making abilities.
- Adolescents' developmental needs are central to cultivating self-determination.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the conceptualization of self-determination.
- To detail key components for cultivating self-determination in youth.
- To provide strategies for fostering autonomy-supportive learning environments.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of self-determination.
- Curriculum design incorporating self-awareness, goal setting, problem-solving, and choice-making.
- Integration of units fostering social-emotional competence and self-identity.
Main Results:
- A curriculum framework with eight units designed to cultivate self-determination.
- Reinforcement of self-determination through units on bonding, social, emotional, cognitive competence, self-efficacy, and self-identity.
- Identification of strategies for schools to promote autonomy.
Conclusions:
- Self-determination is a vital positive youth development construct.
- A multi-component curriculum effectively fosters self-determination in adolescents.
- Creating autonomy-supportive environments is key for youth development.
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