Padideh Ahmadi - Master’s Student of Human Resource Counselling, ELTE University, Budapest, Hungary,
Alireza Hosseini - Master`s Student of Human Resource Counselling, ELTE University, Budapest, Hungary

In today's competitive business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance employee engagement and foster a thriving work environment. Amidst this pursuit, technology has emerged as a powerful tool to transform traditional training and development programs, creating a paradigm shift towards engaging and effective learning experiences. This paper delves into the transformative potential of technology-driven training and development programs, examining how they can harness the principles of self-determination theory (SDT) to fulfill employees' fundamental psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness. By aligning initiatives with these innate human needs, organizations can unlock a wealth of benefits, including improved employee performance, enhanced productivity, and reduced turnover. This insightful exploration unveils the key strategies for designing and implementing impactful programs that foster a highly engaged and motivated workforce. Through carefully crafted learning experiences, organizations can empower their employees to reach their full potential, driving organizational success and establishing a competitive edge in the ever-evolving world of work.

Technologically-driven training, employee engagement, SDT, employee learning and development.