Motivational Strategies in the Language Classroom

by Zoltán Dörnyei

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521793777
• ISBN13: 9780521793773
• Release Date: October 2001
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 8.9"