Autonomy Support Beyond the Language Learning Classroom: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective: 16 (Psychology of Language Learning and Teaching) - Hardcover

Jo Mynard; Scott J. Shelton-Strong

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1788929047 ISBN 13: 9781788929042

Publisher: Multilingual Matters, 2022

Synopsis

Through the application of self-determination theory (SDT) to research and practice, this book deepens our understanding of how autonomous language learning can be supported and understood within environments outside of the classroom. Theoretical, empirical and practice-focused chapters examine autonomy support in a range of contexts and settings, dealing with learning environments and open spaces, communities and relationships, and advising and self-access language learning. They reveal what occurs beyond the classroom, how socializing agents support autonomous motivation and wellness, and how SDT can enhance our understanding of supporting language learner autonomy. It will be of interest to language teachers, university lecturers and learning advisors who are providing support outside the classroom, as well as to graduate students and researchers who are working in the fields of applied linguistics and TESOL.

About this title

About the Author

Jo Mynard is Professor in the Faculty of Global Liberal Arts at Kanda University of International Studies, Japan. She is the lead author of Dynamics of a social language learning community: Beliefs, identity, and community (2020, Multilingual Matters).

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Scott Shelton-Strong is a Learning Advisor and Lecturer at Kanda University of International Studies, Japan. His research focuses on advising in language learning, self-determination theory, reflection as autonomy support, emotions in language learning and the connections which interlink these to learner well-being and engagement.

Edition details

• Publisher: Multilingual Matters
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1788929047
• ISBN 13: 9781788929042
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 280
• Editor: Mynard Jo, Shelton-Strong Scott J.