The Discursive Construction Of Second Language Learners Motivation
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The Discursive Construction Of Second Language Learners Motivation
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Author : Mingyue Gu
language : en
Publisher: Peter Lang
Release Date : 2009
The Discursive Construction Of Second Language Learners Motivation written by Mingyue Gu and has been published by Peter Lang this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Education categories.
This longitudinal qualitative study explores the motivation and identity development of students in a comprehensive university who are learning English as a second language (L2). It is set in the contemporary People's Republic of China, where dramatic sociocultural, political and economical changes are taking place. Multiple research methods, including interviews, diary studies and recorded interactions, are employed. The author considers in her study both the impact of broader issues such as globalization and more local social development on language learners at tertiary-level in China, and the effects of discourse and community in constructing motivation. This study combines detailed linguistic analysis with sociocultural theory, together with the concept of communities of practice. In so doing, the author investigates the social, historical, linguistic and individualistic factors that combine dynamically over time to co-construct learners' motivation. A critical discourse analysis approach to exploring language learner motivation presents an enhanced understanding of the relationship between motivation and interaction, providing a line of enquiry and manifold new insights.
The Discursive Construction Of English Language Learners Motivation In China
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Author : Mingyue Gu
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-01-27
The Discursive Construction Of English Language Learners Motivation In China written by Mingyue Gu and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-27 with categories.
This dissertation, "The Discursive Construction of English Language Learners'' Motivation in China: a Multi-level Perspective" by Mingyue, Gu, 谷明月, was obtained from The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong) and is being sold pursuant to Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Hong Kong License. The content of this dissertation has not been altered in any way. We have altered the formatting in order to facilitate the ease of printing and reading of the dissertation. All rights not granted by the above license are retained by the author. Abstract: The Discursive Construction of English Language Learners'' Motivation in China: A Multi-level Perspective Abstract of thesis entitled The Discursive Construction of English Language Learners'' Motivation in China: A Multi-level Perspective Submitted by GU Mingyue for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Hong Kong in 2007 This thesis explores the discursive construction of motivation in the context of learning English as a second/foreign language (L2) in the People''s Republic of China. The research focuses on four students from the English and Bioscience Departments of a comprehensive university. Examining the construction of the learners'' motivation in multiple social dimensions, this thesis investigates the social, historical, linguistic and individualistic factors that combine to shape motivation. Participants in this two-year study joined in a dyadic interaction program in which they systematically interacted with speakers who had English as a first language (L1) for one academic year. The interaction provided a rich situated context in which to explore how language uses shaped and were shaped by motivation. This longitudinal qualitative study employed multiple research methods, adopting a number of approaches and techniques associated with critical ethnography. Questionnaires were administered to the participants every eight weeks during the first phase, which lasted one academic year, to assess various individual variables associated with motivation in the learning of English at different points of time. Qualitative interviews were conducted every four to five months during the entire investigation period to monitor fluctuations in the learners'' motivation to study English. The dyadic interactions between English learners and English L1 speakers were audio- recorded on a fortnightly basis; five meetings of each dyad, with an interval of about eight weeks, were adopted for analysis. Every three weeks, at most, the informants made diary studies to record their feelings and thoughts regarding the interactions and other English-related occasions. The data analysis employed a critical discourse analysis framework and was also informed by sociocultural theory, the notion of communities of practice, and discourse theory. Motivation was found to be a process of emergence and change under the influence of social discourses, uniquely experienced by individual learners who had different historical backgrounds and material resources and who, as active agents, continued to establish new relationships with their surroundings, thus shaping and altering the learning context. Learners'' motivation and identity were found to be constructed through their discursive strategies of establishing oppositions and differences. The result of the enquiry led to the development of a theoretical model that illustrates how learner motivation is discursively constructed through a complex process, involving learners'' engagement with activities, imagination about the future, and alignment with social discourses, as well as interaction with English L1 speakers. The study culminates with a number of implications for motivation theory, research and practice, including an enhanced understanding of the relationship between motivation and interaction, and suggests directions for future research initiatives on motivation. Last, the study suggests strat
Language Learning Motivation In Japan
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Author : Matthew T. Apple
language : en
Publisher: Multilingual Matters
Release Date : 2013-09-27
Language Learning Motivation In Japan written by Matthew T. Apple and has been published by Multilingual Matters this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09-27 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This book synthesises current theory and research on L2 motivation in the EFL Japanese context covering topics such as the issues of cultural identity, demotivation, language communities, positive psychology, possible L2 selves and internationalisation within a key EFL context. The studies examine L2 motivation in primary, secondary and tertiary education utilising a wide variety of research methodologies to do so.
The Palgrave Handbook Of Motivation For Language Learning
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Author : Martin Lamb
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-01-11
The Palgrave Handbook Of Motivation For Language Learning written by Martin Lamb and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-11 with Education categories.
This handbook offers an authoritative, one-stop reference work for the dynamic and expanding field of language learning motivation. The 32 chapters have been specially commissioned from the field’s most influential researchers and writers. Together they present a compelling picture of the motivations people have for learning languages, the diverse ways we can research motivation, and the implications for promoting and sustaining learners’ motivation. The first section outlines the main theoretical approaches to language learning motivation; the next section presents ways in which motivation theory has been applied in practice; the third section showcases examples of motivation research in particular contexts and with particular types of language learners; and the final section describes the exciting directions that contemporary research is taking, promising important new insights for academics and practitioners alike.
Identity Motivation And Multilingual Education In Asian Contexts
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Author : Mark Feng Teng
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2020-02-06
Identity Motivation And Multilingual Education In Asian Contexts written by Mark Feng Teng and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-02-06 with Education categories.
This book investigates how learners' motivations and identities are constructed in the process of learning and using multiple languages in Asian contexts. It presents examples of multilingual contexts in different parts of Asia and illustrates various achievements and challenges associated with multilingual education. Drawing on recent theoretical developments regarding learners' motivations and identities in language learning-related research, this book uncovers learners' motivations that underlie their decisions of learning multiple languages in Asian contexts. Through empirical studies, the authors offer conceptual interpretations on emerging concepts such as dual-motivation system, motivation dynamics, motivational transformation episodes, and hierarchies of identities. In addition to being highly relevant to researchers of applied linguistics, this book is a valuable reference for every university and college library that serves a faculty or school of education.
The Psychology Of The Language Learner Revisited
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Author : Zoltan Dornyei
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-04-24
The Psychology Of The Language Learner Revisited written by Zoltan Dornyei and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-24 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Over the past decade, the focus of inquiry into the psychology of SLA has shifted from the analysis of various characteristics within individuals towards a greater consideration of individuals’ dynamic interactions with diverse contexts. This revisit of the bestselling The Psychology of the Language Learner reflects on these developments by challenging some of the assumptions upon which the original text was based, maintaining the familiar structure of the original, while situating the discussion within a very different theoretical framework. Written in a lively, accessible style, the book considers how the field has evolved and maintains a keen eye on the future, suggesting exciting new directions for the psychology of SLA. The Psychology of the Language Learner Revisited will appeal to students and researchers in a wide range of disciplines, including applied linguistics, second language acquisition, modern languages, and psychology.
Proceedings Of The 2022 4th International Conference On Literature Art And Human Development Iclahd 2022
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Author : Bootheina Majoul
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-03-14
Proceedings Of The 2022 4th International Conference On Literature Art And Human Development Iclahd 2022 written by Bootheina Majoul and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-03-14 with Literary Criticism categories.
This is an open access book.The 4th International Conference on Literature, Art and Human Development (ICLAHD 2022) was successfully held on October 28th-30th, 2022 in Xi’an, China (virtual conference). ICLAHD 2022 brought together academics and experts in the field of Literature, Art and Human Development research to a common forum, promoting research and developmental activities in related fields as well as scientific information interchange between researchers, developers, and engineers working all around the world.We were honored to have Assoc. Prof. Chew Fong Peng from University of Malaya, Malaysia to serve as our Conference Chair. The conference covered keynote speeches, oral presentations, and online Q&A discussion, attracting over 300 individuals. Firstly, keynote speakers were each allocated 30-45 minutes to hold their speeches. Then in the oral presentations, the excellent papers selected were presented by their authors in sequence.
International Students Challenges Strategies And Future Vision
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Author : Anas Hajar
language : en
Publisher: Multilingual Matters
Release Date : 2018-12-05
International Students Challenges Strategies And Future Vision written by Anas Hajar and has been published by Multilingual Matters this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-12-05 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Study abroad is now both an international industry and an experience that can have a deep impact on students’ linguistic, cultural and personal development. This book explores ‘the social turn’ in the fields of study abroad and language learning strategies. The longitudinal qualitative study reported in this volume investigates the international educational experiences of Arab university students from diverse countries (Iraq, Libya, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Syria and the United Arab Emirates) and represents one of the few empirical studies to capture an in-depth understanding of the study abroad experiences of newly-arrived international students in higher education. Particular attention is paid to their changing learning goals, underlying motivations and strategy uses during their attendance on both short and long academic programmes in a study abroad context. It also examines their past language learning experiences in their homelands retrospectively. Readers will gain a better understanding of international students’ study abroad experiences in terms of their expectations, aspirations, diverse difficulties and the strategies they deploy to deal with these difficulties.
Researching Language Learning Motivation
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Author : Ali H. Al-Hoorie
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2022-01-27
Researching Language Learning Motivation written by Ali H. Al-Hoorie and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-01-27 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
One of the most active areas in the field of second language acquisition, language learning motivation is a burgeoning area of research. Yet the plethora of new ideas and research directions can be confusing for newcomers to the discipline to navigate. Offering concise, bite-size overviews of key contemporary research concepts and directions, this book provides an invaluable guide to the contemporary state of the field. Making the discussion of key topics accessible to a wider audience, each chapter is written by a leading expert and reflects on cutting-edge research issues. From well-established concepts, such as engagement and learning goals, to emerging ideas, including contagion and plurilingualism, this book provides easy to understand overviews and analysis of key contemporary themes. Helping readers understand a field which can appear highly technical and overwhelming, Researching Language Learning Motivation provides valuable insights, perspectives and practical applications.
Emerging Trends Techniques And Tools For Massive Open Online Course Mooc Management
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Author : Queirós, Ricardo
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2018-06-15
Emerging Trends Techniques And Tools For Massive Open Online Course Mooc Management written by Queirós, Ricardo and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-15 with Education categories.
In the digital age, online courses have progressed as popular modes of learning that provide interactive and collaborative learning in educational settings. The open education movement is enabled by the internet and combines the sharing of ideas, resources, and practices among all people in order to advance ideas and knowledge to a new generation of students. Massive open online courses (MOOC) provide a new way of learning for all levels of education. Emerging Trends, Techniques, and Tools for Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Management is a critical scholarly resource that addresses the difficulties and challenges in MOOC design, implementation, management, and deployment. This comprehensive and timely publication aims to be an essential reference source, building on the available literature in the field of e-learning and online course management while providing for further research opportunities in this dynamic field. Featuring coverage on a wide variety of topics such as gamification in e-learning, plagiarism detection programs, and language online courses, this book is a valuable resource for instructional designers, IT professionals, software developers, academicians, and education professionals seeking current research on the impact of new methodologies and frameworks used in the lifecycle of open online courses.