Role of Motivation in Language Learning.pptx

This is a short presentation of the Different Roles of Motivation in Language Learning; Integrative and Instrumental

1. Role of motivation in second language learning Topic

2. What we are going to discuss What is motivation Types of motivation Motivation to learn L2 Gardner’s socio-psychology model for learning L2 Intrinsic motivation VS extrinsic motivation Role of motivation in learning L2 How to increase motivation in learning L2

3. What Motivation is? “Motivation is psychological quality that leads people to achieve goal” Types of motivation Intrinsic motivation Extrinsic motivation

4. Intrinsic motivation is a motivation to perform a task for its own sake The reward is the task itself Extrinsic Motivation Is a motivation to perform a task for reward from outside. Grades, money, positive feedback

5. Motivation to second language learning It is the composition of different overlapping factors such as interest, curiosity, or desire to achieve. These in turn will differ in different situations and circumstances, and also be subject to various external influences such as parents, teachers and exams.

6. Gardner’s socio-psychology model for learning L2 Motivations to learn a languages is defined by Gardner as “the desire to learn a language, the motivation intensity, and attitudes towards learning such language”. Instrumental Orientation: the reason to learn a language lies on external goals such as passing exams, financial rewards, a career or gaining promotion.

7. Integrative Orientation : the reason to learn a language lies on the wish to identify with the culture of speakers of that language. Confidence and friendship are other important motivating factors.

8. Extrinsic motivation 1. Preference for easy work 2. Pleasing teacher/getting grades 3. Dependence on teacher in figuring out problems 4. Reliance on a teacher’s judgment about what to do 5. External criteria for success Intrinsic motivation 1. Preference for challenge Curiosity/interest Independent mastery Independent judgment Internal criteria for success

9. Role of motivation in language learning Motivation directs behavior toward particular goals( language learning). Motivation leads to increased effort and energy Motivation increases initiation of and persistence in language learning. 4. Motivation affects cognitive processes. 5. Motivation often enhances performance.

10. How to increase motivation to learn L2 1. Recognize the complexity of emotion. 2. Be aware of both initiating and sustaining motivation. 3. Discuss with learners why they are carrying out activities 4. Involve learners in making decisions related to learning the language.

11. 5. Build up individuals’ beliefs in themselves 6. Develop internal beliefs 7. Help to move towards a mastery oriented style 8. Enhance intrinsic motivation

12. 9. Build up a supporting learning environment 10. Give feedback that is informational. 11. Involve learners in language learning goals. 12. Recognize people as individuals