Developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s by renowned psychologists Edward L. Deci and Richard M. Ryan, self-determination theory explores the pivotal role of motivation in shaping human behavior, ...
The New York Times: Edward L. Deci, 83, Dies; Found Self-Determination as a Key to Happiness
His work with his colleague Richard Ryan changed how psychologists understand human motivation and what people require to flourish. By Clay Risen Edward L. Deci, a psychologist at the University of ...
Edward L. Deci, 83, Dies; Found Self-Determination as a Key to Happiness
DECI is a nonprofit in Durham, North Carolina that provides job training, evaluation, and placement for adults with disabilities. Through our on-site production center and business partnerships, clients gain real-world, paid work experience.
Why Work at DECI At DECI, you’ll do more than just work — you’ll help create opportunities for adults with disabilities to gain skills, independence, and confidence. Every role contributes to a mission that changes lives. Opportunities for Growth We provide hands-on training, mentorship, and skill-building programs designed to help you succeed. Whether you’re starting your career or ...
DECI handles retail, telecom, healthcare, electronic products, and many more, with services including bundling, boxing, collating, counting, heat sealing, and shrink ...
DECI’s Long-Term Community Supports program provides ongoing assistance to individuals who require extended support to live successfully in their community. Services are person-centered and may include help with transportation, daily living tasks, navigating resources, and participating in social or volunteer opportunities.
DECI was founded in 1966 by the Durham Exchange Club as a sheltered workshop that originally operated in an old schoolhouse. Most workshops at the time provided craft activities rather than hands-on industrial training. DECI’s idea was to provide a different approach, the best of both worlds: the support offered by a sheltered program, and the atmosphere, expectations and job tasks of a ...