Review Article: Role of Motivation in Language Learning

Journal Title: International Research Journal of Applied and Basic Sciences - Year 2013, Vol 6, Issue 6

Abstract

This study overviews current research on the role of motivation in second or foreign language learning. It deals with the meaning of motivation from different views, and the scope of motivation within the context of language learning. It also deals with the role of motivation in developing language skills, specially reading and writing. It also shows the relationship between gender differences, learning strategies, teachers, and materials with the concept of motivation. Finally, it concludes that motivation has an influential role in all aspects of language learning.

Authors and Affiliations

Mohammad Reza Khodashenas| University of Applied Science and Technology, Sarakhs, Iran. email: mrkhodashenas@yahoo.com, Elaheh Amouzegar| E-Learning Branch, Ferdowsi University, Mashhad, Iran., Somaye Kishani Farahani| Azad Islamic University, Semnan, Iran, Seyed Gholam hossain Hasheminasab| University of Applied Science and Technology, Sarakhs, Iran., Vajiheh Kazemian| Medical University, Birjand, Iran.

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Mohammad Reza Khodashenas, Elaheh Amouzegar, Somaye Kishani Farahani, Seyed Gholam hossain Hasheminasab, Vajiheh Kazemian (2013). Review Article: Role of Motivation in Language Learning. International Research Journal of Applied and Basic Sciences, 6(6), 766-773. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-6184