100 ¦ Self-determination theory, motivation and language learning with Dr. Richard Ryan

In this episode 100, I am delighted and honoured to be joined by esteemed researcher, psychologist and co-founder of Self-Determination Theory , Dr. Richard Ryan . Dr. Ryan's work has been cited over 510,000 times and his work with Edward Deci on intrinsic motivation and Self-Determination Theory has changed the way educators understand raising motivation in the classroom. Dr. Ryan provides us with detailed, insightful perspectives on the current research around raising Self-Determination Theory as well as how it applies in the language acquisition classroom. An absolutely fantastic discussion with a researcher that has changed the world of education. This is a must listen for all teachers. Keep in touch and share widely! Full programme notes are available on . Follow The Motivated Classroom on Instagram @themotivatedclassroom , Twitter @motclasspodcast and Facebook @themotivatedclassroom . I'd love to know what you think, please get in touch! Join the conversation with the hashtag . Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Facebook . Become a Patron of The Motivated Classroom podcast on patreon.com.

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100 ¦ Self-determination theory, motivation and language learning with Dr. Richard Ryan is an episode from The Motivated Classroom by Dr. Liam Printer.

This episode is 00:34:17 long.

This episode was published on May 2, 2026.

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