The effects of different learning environments on students' motivation for learning and their achievement.

Background: Research in higher education on the effects of student-centred versus lecture-based learning environments generally does not take into account the psychological need support provided in these learning environments. From a self-determination theory perspective, need support is important to study because it has been associated with benefits such as autonomous motivation and achievement.

Aim: The purpose of the study is to investigate the effects of different learning environments on students' motivation for learning and achievement, while taking into account the perceived need support.

A facilitative versus directive approach in training clinical skills? Investigating students' clinical performance and perceptions.

Over the years, many medical school curricula have started implementing diverse student-centred teaching and learning methodologies. Previous studies, however, have indicated that students prefer more traditional and directive methodologies instead, raising questions on which training approach should be advocated. This study contrasts the effects of a student-centred (i.

The synergistic relationship of perceived autonomy support and structure in the prediction of self-regulated learning.

Background: Self-determination theory defines two important dimensions of teaching style: autonomy support and structure.

Aims: The purpose of the present study was to investigate the synergistic relationship of perceived teacher autonomy support and the provision of structure in the prediction of self-regulated learning.

Sample And Method: Students (N=526) completed questionnaires assessing perceived autonomy support, structure, and self-regulated learning.