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Oxford Applied Linguistics: Language Learning Motivation

Ema Ushioda author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:23rd Jul '20

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Home to the most innovative studies in its field, the Oxford Applied Linguistics series furthers research in English teaching and learning, and provides strong foundations for language pedagogy.In this thought-provoking book, Ema Ushioda asks why we research language learning motivation, whose interests the research serves, and who ultimately benefits. Examining the major theoretical and research developments in this vibrant field from its origins to the present day, the author interrogates the goals and values driving academic inquiry, and argues for a more socially conscious and socially responsive orientation to researching language learning motivation. The book challenges this research field to contribute to critical movements in applied linguistics to address globally and locally relevant societal issues where language and motivation matter.

Ema Ushioda's compelling, authoritative and timely book re-writes the story of L2 motivation research through the ethical lens. Her probing reflection is not meant to soothe but to ask difficult questions about why we research and for whom. It is impossible to imagine future L2 motivation scholarship that does not treat them seriously. * Maggie Kubanyiova, Professor of Language Education, University of Leeds *

ISBN: 9780194418911

Dimensions: 233mm x 162mm x 9mm

Weight: 254g

184 pages