The impact of motivating and demotivating factors on students in the process of learning a foreign language
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32782/2617-3921.2024.25.500-508Keywords:
educational process, motivation, demotivation, foreign language learning, psychological challenges, cognitive challenges, language difficulties, objective challengesAbstract
Motivation as a factor that encourages individuals to pursue and achieve goals plays a key role in a person’s life. This article is dedicated to various aspects of motivation in the context of foreign language learning by students at various stages of the educational process. The study aims to examine the concepts, principles and factors influencing students' motivation and demotivation in the process of learning a foreign language, as well as providing practical advice for optimizing the learning process. The article highlights the theory of behavioral learning (principles of reward and reinforcement), Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory (motivation to act primarily driven by needs that need to be satisfied), attribution theory (receiving feedback regarding success), and expectancy theory (motivation dependence on success). The authors analyze the peculiarities of learning a foreign language in adulthood. The study focuses on the difficulties that arise during the learning process and ways to overcome them. Cognitive difficulties related to the functioning of the human brain and certain cognitive processes, psychological challenges, language difficulties directly related to the structure of the foreign language, as well as objective challenges, are discussed in the research. As a result of the research, key aspects of successful foreign language acquisition have been identified, including motivation, realism, systematic approach, consistency, and self-discipline. The article emphasizes that motivation can be reinforced by various factors such as personal goals, professional prospects, interest in culture, and social connections. The authors also highlight factors contributing to demotivation, such as lack of visible progress, fear of mistakes, and time constraints. Understanding these aspects allows teachers and students to work together effectively to overcome difficulties in learning and studying a foreign language.
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