UNRAVELING THE ESSENCE OF MOTIVATION IN LANGUAGE LEARNING
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.3043Keywords:
Motivation, Motivational Theories, Language Learning And Teaching, Motivation In Learning And TeachingAbstract [English]
The motivations behind foreign language acquisition vary greatly among individuals, ranging from practical considerations to personal affinities with the language and its culture. While language instructors often recognize the professional advantages of language proficiency, for many learners, language acquisition may primarily serve as a requisite academic pursuit. Effective learning necessitates both motivation and self-regulatory behaviors, where success is often driven by goal-oriented motivation. Thus, the efficacy of learning lies in identifying and implementing optimal approaches. A teacher's success hinges on a robust methodology coupled with motivational prowess, with a paramount responsibility to provide students with sufficient encouragement. Cognitive processes alone do not determine learning outcomes; motivational stimuli significantly influence receptiveness to new information. Acknowledging the diversity in learning styles, teachers must tailor their methods to accommodate varied modalities, ensuring all students are effectively engaged. Central to sustaining student interest and engagement is the teacher's ability to foster and maintain motivation throughout the learning process.
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