Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom
When trying to explain success or failure in second/foreign language (L2) learning, the term 'motivation' is often used by teachers and students alike. Indeed, motivation is one of the key learner factors that determine the rate and success of L2 attainment: it provides the primary impetus to initiate learning the L2 and later the driving force to sustain the long and often tedious learning process. Without sufficient motivation, even individuals with the most remarkable abilities cannot accomplish long-term goals. This book takes a practical approach to teaching motivational strategies in the language classroom and gives the teacher 35 motivational strategies that they can use with language learners.
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Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom
When trying to explain success or failure in second/foreign language (L2) learning, the term 'motivation' is often used by teachers and students alike. Indeed, motivation is one of the key learner factors that determine the rate and success of L2 attainment: it provides the primary impetus to initiate learning the L2 and later the driving force to sustain the long and often tedious learning process. Without sufficient motivation, even individuals with the most remarkable abilities cannot accomplish long-term goals. This book takes a practical approach to teaching motivational strategies in the language classroom and gives the teacher 35 motivational strategies that they can use with language learners.
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Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom

Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom

by Zoltán Dörnyei
Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom

Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom

by Zoltán Dörnyei

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When trying to explain success or failure in second/foreign language (L2) learning, the term 'motivation' is often used by teachers and students alike. Indeed, motivation is one of the key learner factors that determine the rate and success of L2 attainment: it provides the primary impetus to initiate learning the L2 and later the driving force to sustain the long and often tedious learning process. Without sufficient motivation, even individuals with the most remarkable abilities cannot accomplish long-term goals. This book takes a practical approach to teaching motivational strategies in the language classroom and gives the teacher 35 motivational strategies that they can use with language learners.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780521793773
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 09/27/2001
Series: Cambridge Language Teaching Library
Pages: 164
Product dimensions: 6.02(w) x 8.98(h) x 0.47(d)

Table of Contents

Introduction: What this book is about and how it can be used1
Is there such a thing as 'motivation'?1
About the content of this book2
How to use this book3
1Background knowledge5
1.1Different approaches to understanding motivation6
1.2Motivating people23
1.3Motivational strategies28
2Creating the basic motivational conditions31
2.1Appropriate teacher behaviours31
2.2A pleasant and supportive atmosphere in the classroom40
2.3A cohesive learner group with appropriate group norms42
3Generating initial motivation50
3.1Enhancing the learners' language-related values and attitudes51
3.2Increasing the learners' expectancy of success57
3.3Increasing the learners' goal-orientedness59
3.4Making the teaching materials relevant for the learners62
3.5Creating realistic learner beliefs66
4Maintaining and protecting motivation71
4.1Making learning stimulating and enjoyable72
4.2Presenting tasks in a motivating way78
4.3Setting specific learner goals81
4.4Protecting the learners' self-esteem and increasing their self-confidence86
4.5Allowing learners to maintain a positive social image97
4.6Promoting cooperation among the learners100
4.7Creating learner autonomy102
4.8Promoting self-motivating learner strategies109
5Rounding off the learning experience: Encouraging positive self-evaluation117
5.1Promoting motivational attributions118
5.2Providing motivational feedback122
5.3Increasing learner satisfaction125
5.4Offering rewards and grades in a motivating manner127
Conclusion: Towards a motivation-sensitive teaching practice135
The 'good enough motivator'135
A stepwise approach136
Please consider sharing your experiences144
References146
Index153
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