Abstract

Objectives According to the Self-Determination Theory (SDT), learner perceptions of their autonomy, com-petence and relatedness are the most important factors in understanding human motivation. The primary purpose of the study is to examine these three components may relate to the classroom motivation of Korean university EFL listening class students. Methods This was a quantitative study, using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis and interview as well. A total of 22 Korean university EFL listening class students participated in the study. A total of 15 survey ques-tionnaires taken from SDT were administered in English and Korean. Results Findings of the study showed that these Korean university students were mostly driven by a sense of self-autonomy in developing their motivation to learn. A sense of competence or relatedness were of lesser im-portance in enhancing motivation. Conclusions The study concluded with a discussion of study implications and limitations. Teachers make sure that students feel their teacher support their self-autonomy to enhance students’ classroom motivation to learn.

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