Motivation in ESL: A Literature Review
Motivation in second language acquisition (SLA) refers to the attempt and desire to learn a language and positive attitudes toward learning it (Dornyei, 1994). Motivation in SLA has been extensively investigated in different contexts (Feng & Chen, 2009; Wu & Wu, 2008; Melendy, 2008; Wang, 20...
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| description | Motivation in second language acquisition (SLA) refers to the attempt and desire to learn a language and positive attitudes toward learning it (Dornyei, 1994). Motivation in SLA has been extensively investigated in different contexts (Feng & Chen, 2009; Wu & Wu, 2008; Melendy, 2008; Wang, 2007; Lamb, 2007). Still, more research seems necessary to shed light on this area because of the potential impact of motivation on SLA. This literature review compares and contrasts the research questions, settings, theoretical frameworks, and results of several studies on motivation. Following this, implications for English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers, learners, parents, and textbook designers are provided. Finally, the limitations of these studies are highlighted and suggestions for further research are discussed. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-cc3dd420c8c544048574b9112c0c30912022-12-22T03:02:32ZengCanadian Society for Studies in EducationCanadian Journal for New Scholars in Education1916-92212012-03-0141Motivation in ESL: A Literature ReviewNaghmeh Babaee0University of ManitobaMotivation in second language acquisition (SLA) refers to the attempt and desire to learn a language and positive attitudes toward learning it (Dornyei, 1994). Motivation in SLA has been extensively investigated in different contexts (Feng & Chen, 2009; Wu & Wu, 2008; Melendy, 2008; Wang, 2007; Lamb, 2007). Still, more research seems necessary to shed light on this area because of the potential impact of motivation on SLA. This literature review compares and contrasts the research questions, settings, theoretical frameworks, and results of several studies on motivation. Following this, implications for English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers, learners, parents, and textbook designers are provided. Finally, the limitations of these studies are highlighted and suggestions for further research are discussed.https://journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/cjnse/article/view/30496second language acquisitionEnglish as a second languagemotivation |
| spellingShingle | Naghmeh Babaee Motivation in ESL: A Literature Review Canadian Journal for New Scholars in Education second language acquisition English as a second language motivation |
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| topic | second language acquisition English as a second language motivation |
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