The degree to which a student feels self-determined,the messages that he or she receives from others about what is important,and how the student ends up defining successful performance will influence the academic goals that he or she adopts.This is the basis of which theory?

A) achievement goal theory
B) self-determination theory
C) social comparison theory
D) theory of planned behavior

Achievement Goal Theory

A theory in psychology that focuses on how individuals are motivated by their goals to achieve in academic and other performance settings.

Self-determination Theory

A theory of motivation that emphasizes the role of intrinsic motivations and psychological needs in driving human behavior.

Social Comparison Theory

The idea that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others they perceive as somehow faring better or worse.