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Language learning motivation through a small lens : a research agenda

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Ushioda, Ema (2016) Language learning motivation through a small lens : a research agenda. Language Teaching, 49 (4). pp. 564-577. doi:10.1017/S0261444816000173

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Abstract

In this paper I propose an agenda for researching language learning motivation ‘through a small lens’, to counteract our tendency in the L2 motivation field to engage with language learning and teaching processes at a rather general level. I argue that by adopting a more sharply focused or contextualized angle of inquiry, we may be able to understand better how motivation connects with specific aspects of SLA or particular features of linguistic development. Keeping the empirical focus narrow may also lead to interesting and illuminating analyses of motivation in relation to particular classroom events or to evolving situated interactions among teachers and learners. I propose a number of possible research tasks that might be undertaken by experienced researchers, teacher-researchers or student-researchers wishing to investigate language learning motivation ‘through a small lens’.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
P Language and Literature > P Philology. Linguistics
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > Centre for Applied Linguistics
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Second language acquisition -- Study and teaching , Students -- Language , Motivation in education
Journal or Publication Title: Language Teaching
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISSN: 0261-4448
Official Date: October 2016
Dates:
DateEvent
October 2016Published
23 September 2016Available
7 April 2016Accepted
Date of first compliant deposit: 8 April 2016
Volume: 49
Number: 4
Page Range: pp. 564-577
DOI: 10.1017/S0261444816000173
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access

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