Ushioda, E. 2008. ‘Motivation and good language learners’ in Lessons from Good Language Learners. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, pp. 19-34
Book editor(s): Griffiths, C.
ISBN: 978-0-521-88963-6
Summary: Review of research on language motivation with implications for classroom practice
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Lai, H.-Y. 2008. Learning English as an International Language or Not? A Study of Taiwanese Students' Motivation and Perceptions.
Supervisor(s): Ushioda, E. and A. Pinter
Awarding institution: University of Warwick
Summary: A survey of Taiwanese university students' motivation for learning English and perceptions of English as an international language, using questionnaire and interviews, including interviews with teachers
Thesis type: EdD
Country of research: Taiwan
Learners' background: Taiwan
Institutional level: tertiary
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Raktham, C. 2008. Cultures and Learner Behaviours: A Qualitative Investigation of a Thai Classroom.
Supervisor(s): Ushioda, E. and R.C. Smith
Awarding institution: University of Warwick
Summary: A qualitative analysis of Thai university students' classroom behaviours in relation in particular to 'large' versus 'small' culture frameworks
Thesis type: EdD
Country of research: Thailand
Learners' background: Thailand
Institutional level: tertiary
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Wu, P.-C. 2008. Social Networks, Language Learning and Language School Student Sojourners: A Qualitative Study.
Supervisor(s): Smith, R.C. and E. Ushioda
Awarding institution: University of Warwick
Summary: A qualitative study of language school student sojourners' out-of-class experiences and social interactions, and their impact on language learning behaviours
Thesis type: EdD
Country of research: United Kingdom
Learners' background: various
Institutional level: adult
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Kennedy, J., R.C. Smith and E. Ushioda. 2008. ‘Taking stock of ELTED (A conversation)’. ELTED (English Language Teacher Education and Development) 11: 52-57
URL: http://www.elted.net/issues/volume-11/8%20Kennedy%20et%20al.pdf
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Ushioda, E. 2008. ‘Using I-statement analysis to explore autonomy and change’.
Summary: Reports on research dimension of CUTE2 project to develop Chinese University academics' English language skills, with a focus on fostering learner autonomy
URL: http://www.echinauk.org/cases2/cute2/research.php
Country of research: China
Related project: Chinese University Teacher Training in English (CUTE2)
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Brown, P., R.C. Smith and E. Ushioda. 2007. ‘Responding to resistance’ in Reconstructing Autonomy in Language Education: Inquiry and Innovation. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan, pp. 71-83
Book editor(s): Barfield, A. and S.H. Brown.
ISBN: 978-0-230-00173-2
Summary: Report on an action research project involving development of teacher-learner autonomy within initial teacher education, including consideration of how resistance to the course design was responded to through investigation and changes which safeguarded the innovation.
Country of research: United Kingdom
Learners' background: various
Institutional level: tertiary
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Ushioda, E. 2007. ‘Motivation, autonomy and sociocultural theory’ in Learner Autonomy 8: Teacher and Learner Perspectives. Dublin: Authentik, pp. 5-24
Book editor(s): Benson, P.
ISBN: 978-1-905275-00-7
Summary: Analysis of sociocultural-theoretical perspectives on motivation and autonomy, drawing on research data from language learners and student teachers
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Li, N. 2007. Practitioner Research on Task Motivation in a Chinese University Context: Integrating Macro and Micro Perspectives.
Supervisor(s): Ushioda, E. and J. Kennedy
Awarding institution: University of Warwick
Summary: A qualitative study of task motivation among Chinese university learners, using an exploratory practice framework
Thesis type: PhD
Country of research: China
Learners' background: China
Institutional level: tertiary
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)
Ushioda, E. 2006. ‘Motivation and autonomy in language learning’ in Investigating and Facilitating Language Learning. Papers in Honour of Lienhard Legenhausen. Trier: Wissenschaftliger Verlag Trier, pp. 283-295
Book editor(s): Kötter, M., O. Traxel and S. Gabel.
ISBN: 978-3-88476-844-0
Summary: Critical review of motivation and autonomy theory with reference to communicative language teaching
Entered by: University of Warwick (Centre for Applied Linguistics)