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Exploring Foreign Language Learning Motivation

Xuanming CaoDepartment of Chingwen, Jiangsu Normal University, Shanghai Road, Xuzhou, China Jiayi TianDepartment of international business, Missouristate University, Springfield, United States* Keyi WangDepartment of Russian, Beijing Foreign Language University, No.2North xisanhuan Avenue, Beijing, China Lan WangDepartment of Spanish, University of International Business and Economics, No.10 Huixin East Street, Beijing, China

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

Motivation is crucial for second language (SL) learners. Motivation is an important factor in second foreign language learning. It alludes to a psychological propensity for learning foreign languages. The motivation of second language learners is examined in this work by categorizing motivation, outlining the motivational variables in L2 learning, and concentrating on the various motivational types. This paper divided second language motivation (SLM) into four parts: Internal and external motivation; Integrative and instrumental motivation; General motivation and specific motivation and other motivations. Finally, the paper draws on some recent ideas about the nature of the concept.

Keywords: Learning motivation; L2; SLM
Published: May 17, 2023
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/3/2022746
Volume: CHR Vol.3
pp. 841-846
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