Theoretical Framework Self-Determination Theory (SDT), SDT introduced as a framework to understand human motivation and behavior. SDT suggests that individuals are motivated when their basic psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness are fulfilled. In the context of this study, SDT can be applied to understand how students' intrinsic motivation, sense of autonomy in choosing a teaching career, and the desire for positive relationships with others influence their pursuit of a teaching career. | Fantasy