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A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Self-Determination Theory in English Learning Motivation and Engagement Among University Students in Taiwan and France (95137)
Session Chair: Rabeb Ghanmi
This presentation will be live-streamed via Zoom (Online Access)
Saturday, 14 June 2025 11:15
Session: Session 2
Room: Live-Stream Room 1
Presentation Type:Live-Stream Presentation
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In the era of globalization, English is important as a second language for communication and national development. This study aims to examine the application of Self-Determination Theory (SDT) in learning English as a second language among university students in France and Taiwan. By examining the learning motivation and engagement of university students in both locations, this research compares how cultural differences influence their learning motivation and psychological experiences. Using the Basic Psychological Needs Scale, Academic Motivation Scale, and Language Learning Self-Efficacy Scale, data was collected from 40 university students in France and Taiwan. Descriptive statistics, independent t-tests, and Pearson correlation coefficients were used to analyze the differences in psychological motivation, psychological needs, and language learning between the two groups. The findings revealed significant differences in psychological motivation, psychological needs, and language learning outcomes between Taiwanese and French university students, which are closely related to their respective educational systems, language learning environments, and cultural values. This indicates that the autonomy, competence, and relatedness constructs of SDT manifest differently across cultural contexts and that learning motivation and psychological needs have a significant impact on second language learning. This research suggests that second language learners should focus on intrinsic learning motivation, cultural factors, and supportive language environments to achieve proficiency in their second language.
Authors:
Min Yeh, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
Emma M’Bemba, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
Zih-Yun Huang, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
About the Presenter(s)
Ms MIN YEH is a University Doctoral Student at National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan
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