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Davis, William S. – Language Learning Journal, 2022
Between 2006 and 2016, American universities experienced a significant decrease in student enrolment in foreign language (FL) courses. This decrease corresponded with the dissolution of over 650 foreign language programmes between 2013 and 2016. Using self-determination theory (SDT) as its theoretical framework, this study sought to advocate for…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Undergraduate Students, Language Enrollment
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Shelton-Strong, Scott J. – Language Teaching Research, 2022
In this article self-determination theory (SDT) is used as a framework to explore ways in which 'advising in language learning' (advising) can be understood to support language learners' basic psychological needs of autonomy, competence and relatedness. These are defined in SDT as nutrients essential for integration, growth, healthy development…
Descriptors: Psychological Needs, Learning Theories, Student Attitudes, Self Determination