Attitudes, Orientations, and Motivations in Language Learning
Advances in Theory, Research, and Applications
Format:Paperback
Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Published:2nd Jun '03
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Motivation is one of the key learner characteristics that determine the rate and success of language learning. This volume addresses motivation in language learning - motives associated with certain features of the language, the language learner, and the learning situation.
- Discusses and dissects the intriguingly complex characteristic of motivation in the process of language learning.
- Explores recent developments and the most important research directions in the field, including a selection of data-based studies by some of the best-known motivation researchers.
"This book provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of motivational theories and recent research developments and directions, reporting on studies that represent the 'cutting-edge' in the field ... well-structured, well-written and well-edited." Language Awareness
ISBN: 9781405111164
Dimensions: 229mm x 154mm x 11mm
Weight: 308g
224 pages