有能感を高める教室 : 学習者・教師・学級風土が作り出す相互作用

抄録

This study discusses the application of Self-determination theory (Deci & Ryan, 1985) to the real TEFL classes in a Japanese high school. In this theory, it is postulated that the three psychological need factors influence human motivation; the need for autonomy, competence, and relatedness. The authors hypothesized that the three factors may also influence learners' motivation for English learning in real classroom settings. Studies, which consisted of four steps, were conducted. Firstly, a self-report questionnaire that assesses students' perceptions of the three psychological needs in English learning was developed. Secondly, this scale was administered to 109 first grade high school students. Thirdly, a confirmatory factor analysis was carried out, using structural equation modeling technique, and also the reliability of the components was assessed. Finally, the interrelationship among these three psychological needs was examined. Results indicated that the perceptions of relatedness were not directly linked to those of competence, however, they were associated with perceptions of autonomy, and hence indirectly related to those of competence. In addition, it is suggested that the role of homeroom teachers, as well as English teachers, is significant to make a classroom climate that enhances students' perceptions of competence.