99 ¦ Raising language learner motivation with Dr. Kimberly Noels
From The Motivated Classroom by Dr. Liam Printer
May 1, 2026 · 32 min · Season 1 · Episode 99
About this episode
Dr. Kimberly Noels discusses raising intrinsic motivation in language acquisition classrooms.
This episode features the influential and renowned language learner motivation researcher, Dr. Kimberly Noels . Dr. Noels is a full professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Alberta, Canada where she focuses on motivation and second language acquisition. Dr. Noels provides us with insightful perspectives on the current research around raising intrinsic motivation in the language acquisition classroom as well as a host of practical tips for the languages teacher. A fantastic discussion with a researcher we can all learn from. One night to be missed! Keep in touch and share widely! Full programme notes are available on www.liamprinter.com/podcast . 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 #MotivatedClassroom. Enjoying the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Facebook . Become a Patron of The Motivated Classroom podcast on patreon.com.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Liam Printer
Guest: Dr. Kimberly Noels
Topics covered
- language learner motivation
- intrinsic motivation
- second language acquisition
- education
- teaching tips
Keywords
- language learning
- motivation
- education
- psychology
- teaching strategies
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: University of Alberta
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