Motivation in the Language-Learning Classroom
About 'Motivation in the Language-Learning Classroom'
Find out about the author, Professor Zoltan Dörnyei, and the subjects he discusses in his video interviews.
Chapter 1 - Introduction
In this chapter, Professor Dornyei explains how motivation is essential for progress in language learning.
Chapter 2 - Ideal self and the language-learning process
Professor Dörnyei explains that in his opinion it is very important for learners to see themselves as competent speakers of the target language.
Chapter 3 - The ought-to self and the language-learning process
Professor Dörnyei talks about the 'ought-to self' and the third factor in his theory of motivation: the enjoyment of the learning process.
Chapter 4 - Near-peer role-modelling
In this section, near-peer role-modelling is discussed as a way of making a connection between successful learners and the new language learner.
Chapter 5 - Group dynamics, group norms and teacher leadership
In this chapter, a comparison is drawn between the performance of a team and a class in a learning situation.
Chapter 6 - Conclusion
In conclusion to his talk, Professor Dörnyei discusses ideal self-images, and the drawbacks of testing in the modern languages classroom. He argues it is better it is better to generate positive experiences in the classroom where learners can experience success.
Motivating language learners
This series of video interviews is accompanied by useful information to help you put the ideas into practice.
This material has been provided by Scottish CILT at the University of Stirling.