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Surplus Reality in Psychodrama in a Return-to-Work Program: The Director’s Practical Ingenuity in Psychodrama for Addressing Interpersonal Anxiety
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Consumer Behavior in ‘Supporting a Favorite’ Among Young People: Examining the Role of Psychological Ownership and Time Attitudes
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A Study of Support Measures for Mothers of Children with Disabilities by Welfare Policies in the 23 Ward Area of Tokyo
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〔論文〕Unveiling the Dynamics of Motivation in English Language Learning among Japanese University Students: Integrating Directed Motivational Currents and Self-Determination Theory. Pilot Study
Full text linkThis study investigates the role of Directed Motivational Currents (DMCs) in English language learning among Japanese university students, with a focus on self-determined motivation and the fulfillment of psychological needs. A sample of 467 students was analyzed, revealing that 43.7％ had experienced DMCs, primarily during high school. DMC experiences were strongly correlated with higher levels of intrinsic motivation, identified regulation, and a sense of competence in the classroom. The analysis of psychological needs showed that students who experienced DMCs reported higher satisfaction in terms of autonomy, competence, and relatedness, aligning with Self-Determination Theory (SDT). Gender differences were observed, with male students more likely to experience DMCs, but female students reporting stronger and more self-determined motivations, along with a greater sense of relatedness. Qualitative analysis indicated that instrumental reasons, such as the desire to excel in entrance exams, were the most common triggers of DMCs, though integrative motivations were more prevalent among female students. The study highlights the importance of DMCs in sustaining long-term motivation in language learning, with significant implications for educators and policymakers aiming to create environments that nurture these motivational experiences. Further research is needed to explore the interplay between DMCs and SDT, particularly in relation to gender differences and the conditions that promote DMC emergence in language learning contexts.departmental bulletin pape
Analysis of Listener Behaviors Observed in Conversations between Three Friends on the Same Topic Held in Japanese, English, and Chinese for the Purposes of Developing Teaching Materials for Conversational Data Analysis
Full text linkThis study aims to identify differences in listener behavior observed in conversations held between three friends on the same topic in Japanese, English, and Chinese, in order to develop teaching materials for conversational data analysis. The frequency of listener behaviors （short utterance, head movement and laughter） was calculated for each of the three languages. It was found that in Japanese, listeners used three times the number of listener behaviors as were used in English or Chinese. There were also differences in the frequency and percentage of listener behaviors demonstrated by the two listeners. By presenting these results and examples of conversations, the authors will create teaching materials for conversational data analysis in order to facilitate comparative analysis between the three languages.departmental bulletin pape
Effects of Keyword-Based Speaking Instruction on Fostering Improvisation in Speech
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Trends in Work Engagement Research Focusing on Welfare Workers
Full text linkObjective: This study aims to conduct a literature review on research trends related to work engagement among welfare workers, with the goal of deriving insights for future studies.
Method: In June 2024, a literature search was conducted using CiNii, employing the keywords “work engagement,” “social worker,” “welfare,” “caregiving,” and “childcare.”
Results: A total of 25 articles were identified for analysis. The majority of studies focused on identifying factors influencing work engagement. Utrecht Work Engagement Scale （UWES） was the most frequently used tool for measuring work engagement. However, no studies were found that examined the relationship between work engagement and welfare practice as an outcome.
Conclusion: There is a notable lack of studies focusing on social workers employed in healthcare institutions. Further research is needed to clarify the relationship between work engagement and social work practice.departmental bulletin pape