| Title: |
Youths' Perceptions of How Their Self-Determination Was Supported in Alternative Programs |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Hofer, Gigi; Perry, Nancy E.; Mykkanen, Arttu; Brenner, Charlotte |
| Source: |
Journal of Education for Students Placed at Risk. 2021 26(1):45-69. |
| Availability: |
Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
25 |
| Publication Date: |
2021 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Education Level: |
High Schools; Secondary Education |
| Descriptors: |
Student Attitudes; Self Determination; Nontraditional Education; Personal Autonomy; Competence; Sense of Community; High School Students; Student Experience; Foreign Countries; Photography |
| Geographic Terms: |
Canada |
| DOI: |
10.1080/10824669.2020.1801440 |
| ISSN: |
1082-4669 |
| Abstract: |
We examine youths' perceptions of their experiences in one of two senior alternative education programs. We used self-determination theory (SDT) as a sensitizing lens to specifically understand students' perceptions of whether and how their basic psychological needs--needs for autonomy, belonging, and competence--were fostered in the context of these alternative education programs. We used a photo-elicitation activity to position youth as both experts and collaborators in research and knowledge-production processes. In general, youth revealed: (a) that their needs for autonomy, belonging, and competence were being met in the context of alternative program activities; (b) how this was true; and (c) how fulfillment of these needs impacted their relationships, wellbeing, and learning. Implications for theory, research, and practice are discussed. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2021 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1282561 |
| Database: |
ERIC |