THE ROLE OF MOTIVATION IN SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION
Abstract
This article explores the pivotal role of motivation in Second Language Acquisition (SLA), with a focus on English as a second language (ESL) learners. It examines the distinction between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and reviews key theories, such as Gardner’s Socio-Educational Model and Dörnyei’s L2 Motivational Self System. The article discusses how different motivational drivers affect learner outcomes and provides practical strategies for fostering motivation in the ESL classroom.
Keywords
Motivation, Second Language Acquisition, Intrinsic Motivation, Extrinsic Motivation, ESL
References
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- Ryan, R. M., & Deci, E. L. (2000). "Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivations: Classic Definitions and New Directions." Contemporary Educational Psychology, 25(1), 54–67.
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