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Very proud to share my recent article about leveraging self-determination theory ( @centerforSDT) and Lead with Languages ( @LeadWLanguages) to advocate for the growth of foreign language programs. https://bit.ly/3d7eYP4 @actfl Here are the main findings: (1/4)
University language learners are significantly more likely to continue their language studies when they feel:
- Competent and capable in class
- A sense of belonging, love, and community with their instructor and peers
- Intrinsically motivated for language learning
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- Competent and capable in class
- A sense of belonging, love, and community with their instructor and peers
- Intrinsically motivated for language learning
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- And motivated to use language to help other people, to communicate with others, and to connect with other cultures
So what can foreign language educators and programs do? I would recommend to:
- Make TL proficiency and cultural competence your primary objectives
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So what can foreign language educators and programs do? I would recommend to:
- Make TL proficiency and cultural competence your primary objectives
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(3/4)
