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This episode is a follow-up to episode #1. 

Episode #1 introduced listeners to intrinsic motivation, and the three psychological needs that have to be present in order to develop intrinsic motivation. Autonomy is one of the three psychological needs. In this episode, the host Aanyta Fahrenbruch talks about autonomy in post-secondary classrooms with her guest Tyler Ballam.

Are you wanting to create an engaged classroom, filled with motivated students? Have you tried to use marks as a motivator, and have found that the motivation only lasts as long as you keep rewarding the effort of learning? What would happen if you reduced the external motivator of a mark, and instead developed an assessment strategy that supported authentic motivation in students? Self-determination theory identifies three main elements to foster intrinsic motivation: autonomy in learning, relatedness, and competence. Let us explore these drivers for intrinsic motivation, and use them as a framework to create learning environments that engage students, build motivation and prepare learners for success. Still not sure if this is something you want to learn more about? Listen to my podcast and find out why I am excited about creating intrinsic motivation in students