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VARGAS TELLEZ, Juan Alberto. Motivational implications of the theory of Self-determination in the workplace. Nova scientia [online]. 2013, vol.5, n.9, pp.154-175. ISSN 2007-0705.

Given its importance and relevance for motivation at work, addresses the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) in relation to the workplace. It is argued on the positive implications it may have to clarify some controversies that generated the concepts of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, and to address some fundamental issues of contemporary organization: incentive systems, organizational culture, organizational learning and management knowledge, it is concluded that these processes contribute more to organizational productivity to the extent they are consistent with a work culture that promotes the fulfillment of three basic psychological needs related to work: autonomy, competence and socialization or relationship concepts which postulates the Self-Determination Theory.

Palavras-chave : Self Determination Theory; Motivation; Incentives; Organizational Culture; Organizational Learning and Knowledge Management.