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Liu, W. C., Wang, C. K. J., Reeve, J., Kee, Y. H., & Chian, L. K. (2020). What determines teachers’ use of motivational strategies in the classroom? A self-determination theory perspective. Journal of Education, 200(3), 185-195. doi: 10.1177/0022057419881171

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Liu, W. C., Wang, C. K. J., Kang, H. J., & Kee, Y. H. (2020). Motivation profile analysis of Malay students in Singapore. Asia Pacific Journal of Education, 29(6), 529-539. doi: 10.1080/02188791.2020.1770690

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Kong, L. C., & Liu, W. C. (2020). Understanding motivational profiles of high-ability female students from a Singapore secondary school: A self-determination approach. The Asia-Pacific Education Researcher, 29(6), 529-539. doi: 10.1007/s40299-020-00504-2

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Liu, W. C., & Sitoe, C. Y. (2020). Student teachers' psychological needs, subjective experience and perceived competence in teaching during practicum. Asia Pacific Journal of Education, 40(2), 154-166. doi: 10.1080/02188791.2019.1696746

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Kee, Y. H., & Chian, L. K. (2019). Competence, autonomy, and relatedness in the classroom: understanding students’ motivational processes using the self-determination theory. Heliyon, 5, e01983. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e01983

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Nie, Y., Chye, Y. L. S., Lim, B. S. C., Liem, G. A., Tay, E. G., Hong, Y., & Chiu, C. (2017). Latent profile analysis of students’ motivation and outcomes in mathematics: an organismic integration theory perspective. Heliyon, 3, e00308. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2017.e00308

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Wang, C. K. J., Morin, A. J. S., Ryan, R. M., & Liu, W. C. (2016). Students’ motivational profiles in the physical education context. Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 38(6), 612-630. doi: 10.1123/jsep.2016-0153

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Wang, C. K. J., Ng, B. L. L., Liu, W. C., & Ryan, R. M. (2016). Can being autonomy-supportive in teaching improve students’ self-regulation and performance?. In W. C. Liu, J. C. K. Wang, & R. M. Ryan (Eds.), Building autonomous learners: Perspectives from research and practice using self-determination theory (pp. 227-243). New York, NY: Springer.

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Liu, W. C., Wang, C. K. J., & Ryan, R. M. (2016). Building autonomous learners: Perspectives from research and practice using self-determination theory. New York, NY: Springer.

Liu, W. C., Wang, C. K. J., & Ryan, R. M. (2016). Understanding motivation in education: Theoretical and practical considerations. In W. C. Liu, J. C. K. Wang, & R. M. Ryan (Eds.), Building autonomous learners: Perspectives from research and practice using self-determination theory (pp. 1-7). New York, NY: Springer.

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Ng, B. L. L., Liu, W. C., & Wang, C. K. J. (2016). Student motivation and learning in mathematics and science: A cluster analysis. International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 14(7), 1359-1376. doi: 10.1007/s10763-015-9654-1

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Nogawa, H., & Sun, Y. (2015). The influence of Japanese sporting culture and motivation on sport participation and life aspirations. Asia Pacific Journal of Sport and Social Science, 4(2), 113-123. doi: 10.1080/21640599.2015.1065567

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Ng, B., Liu, W. C., & Wang, C. K. J. (2015). A preliminary examination of teachers’ and students’ perspectives on autonomy-supportive instructional behaviors. Qualitative Research in Education, 4(2), 192-221. doi: 10.17583/qre.2015.1463

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Liu, W. C., Wang, C. K. J., Kee, Y. H., Koh, C., Lim, B. S. C., & Chua, L. (2014). College students’ motivation and learning strategies profiles and academic achievement: A self-determination theory approach. Educational Psychology: An International Journal of Experimental Educational Psychology, 34(3), 338-353. doi: 10.1080/01443410.2013.785067

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Chye, S. Y., Liau, A. K., & Liu, W. C. (2013). Student Teachers' Motivation and Perceptions of E-Portfolio in the Context of Problem-Based Learning. Asia-Pacific Education Researcher, 22(4), 367-375, 0.576. doi: 10.1007/s40299-012-0022-4

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Kee, Y. H., Wang, C. K. J., Lim, B. S. C., & Liu, W. C. (2012). Secondary students’ motivation and learning strategies profiles: The importance of an autonomy-supportive classroom structure. In J. N. Franco & A. E. Svensgaard (Eds.), Handbook on psychology of motivation: New research (pp. 271-282). New York: Nova Publisher.

Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Chye, S., & Chatzisarantis, N. L. (2011). Understanding motivation in internet gaming among Singaporean youth: The role of passion. Computers in Human Behavior, 27, 1179–1184.

Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Koh, C., Tan, O. S., & Ee, J. (2011). A motivational analysis of project work in Singapore using self-determination theory. The International Journal of Research and Review, 7, 45-66.

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Sun, Y., Lim, B. S. C., & Chatzisarantis, N. L. (2010). Chinese students' motivation in physical activity: Goal profile analysis using Nicholl's achievement goal theory. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 8, 284-301.

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., & Chye, S. (2010). Achievement goals, implicit theories and behavioral regulation among polytechnic engineering students. The International Journal of Research and Review, 5, 1-17.

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Liu, W. C., Wang, C. K. J., Tan, O. S., Koh, C., & Ee, J. (2009). A self-determination approach to understanding students' motivation in project work. Learning and Individual Differences, 19, 139–145.

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Koh, C., Wang, C. K. J., Tan, O. S., Liu, W. C., & Ee, J. (2009). Bridging the gaps between students' perceptions of group project work and their teachers' expectations. The Journal of Educational Research, 102(5), 333-348. doi: 10.3200/JOER.102.5.333-348

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Wang, C. K. J., Hagger, M. S., & Liu, W. C. (2009). A cross-cultural validation of perceived locus of causality scale in physical education context. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 80(2), 313-325. doi: 10.1080/02701367.2009.10599566

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Lochbaum, M. R., & Stevenson, S. J. (2009). Sport ability beliefs, 2 X 2 achievement goals, and autonomy: The moderating role of perceived competence in the exercise domain. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 80, 303-312.

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Liu, W. C., & Chye, S. (2008). The importance of perceived needs satisfaction: A look at polytechnic students' motivation. In P. A. Towndrow, C. Koh, & H. S. Tan (Eds.), Motivation and practice for the classroom (pp. 255-269). Netherlands: Sense Publishers.

Wang, C. K. J., Khoo, A., Liu, W. C., & Divaharan, S. (2008). Passion and intrinsic motivation in digital gaming. CyberPsychology & Behavior, 11, 39-45.

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Wang, C. K. J., & Liu, W. C. (2008). Teachers’ motivation to teach national education in Singapore: A self-determination theory approach. Asia Pacific Journal of Education, 28, 395-410.

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Wang, C. K. J., & Liu, W. C. (2008). Promoting intrinsic motivation in physical education: The role of beliefs, goals and self-determination. In P. A. Towndrow, C. Koh, & H. S. Tan (Eds.), Motivation and practice for the classroom (pp. 129-142). Rotterdam: Sense Publishers.

Liu, W. C., Tan, O. S., Wang, C. K. J., Koh, C., & Ee, J. (2007). Motivation in the context of project work: The self-determination perspective. In D. M. McInerney, S. Van Etten, & M. Dowson (Eds.), Research on sociocultural influences on motivation and learning: Standards in education (pp. 189-213). Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing.

Wang, C. K. J., & Liu, W. C. (2007). Promoting enjoyment in girls’ physical education: The impact of goals, beliefs, and self-determination. European Physical Education Review, 13, 145-164.

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Wang, C. K. J., Chia, Y. H. M., Quek, J. J., & Liu, W. C. (2006). Patterns of physical activity, sedentary behaviors and psychological determinants of physical activity among Singaporean school children. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 4, 227-249. doi: 10.1080/1612197X.2006.9671797

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Liu, W. C., Wong, A. F. L., Divaharan, S., Peer, J., Quek, C. L., & Williams, M. D. (2006). Students' intrinsic motivation in project-based learning using an asynchronous discussion platform. Educational Research Journal, 21(2), 17-234.

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Wang, C. K. J., Liu, W. C., Sun, Y., & Biddle, S. J. H. (2003). Female secondary students' sport ability beliefs and regulatory styles: Relationships with enjoyment, effort and boredom. Journal of Tianjin Institute of PE, 18, 13-18.

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