Self-determination theory offered a new model of what a human being is. Behaviorists said motivation comes from outside, while SDT argued that the deepest motivation is intrinsic.

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The short, dark days of winter are never easy to get through. But for many people in the UK and across Europe, this winter has felt particularly gloomy because of the seemingly endless rain.

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Research shows that exposing kids to STEM early has big benefits later in life.

Teens are scrambling to specialize their summer pursuits early—to convey a “story” to college admissions officers.

Hoffman cites the potential of the Union as his primary motivation to run for President. “The potential of the union is so ...