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catalyst
catalyst In this learning context, a catalyst is a factor that changes how strongly other supports lead to learning, helping their effects become stronger or work differently without being the skill practice itself.
In this learning context, a catalyst is a factor that changes how strongly other supports lead to learning, helping their effects become stronger or work differently without being the skill practice itself. Here, relatedness is proposed as a contextual catalyst because feeling cared for, respected, and connected may amplify the benefits of autonomy and competence support.