Suggestions on How to Stimulate Non-English Major Sophomores' English Learning Motivation

Many researchers regard motivation as a very important factor for second language learners to acquire the language successfully.Motivated students will perform better than unmotivated students in language learning,therefore,they will develop the potential of second language skills better.This research studied the motivation types of 255 sophomores from Huanghuai University.A questionnaire based on the one designed by Qin Xiaoqing and Wen Qiufang was adopted.The results demonstrate that the motivation possessed by sophomores was not beneficial towards improving their English learning.In order to present a good guide to students’English learning,the author provides several pieces of advice.

How to Stimulate College Students' English Learning Motivation

Motivation to language learning is a complex set of variables including effort, desire to achieve goals, as well as attitudes toward the learning of the language. Individuals' motivation to second-language learning also includes their motivation orientations, interest in the second language, attitudes toward the second-language group, attitudes toward the second-language learning situations and second-language anxiety. Based on the basic theories and approaches, teaching activities are part of motivation in English classes. The teacher of language should have a good influence on students and develop students' keen interest in study in order to strengthen their intrinsic motivation, and set up some new goals for students to pursue and give the feedback to reinforce their inner drive and confidence. Thus, students will become major conductors, make full use of their potentials and enhance their study results.

The Corelationship between Face and English Learning Motivation

Students' motivation in learning English is analyzed.To save others' faces has become one of the general principles for people to follow in their communication.Face-wants concept also brings some negative effect to students' English study.Some English teaching strategies are explored by analyzing the negative effect of the face-wants concept in English teaching.

Investigation of English Learning Motivation in Higher Vocational Institutes

Since China joined WTO in 2001, there has been an increasing demand for professional technicians for the development and construction of economy. English being a tool for inter-countries communication has drawn great attention in higher vocational education. As for higher vocational institute students to learn English well, learning motivation plays a vital part. Therefore, this essay is written to analyze the features of the main types of motivation held by the higher vocational institute students and accordingly offer some suggestions for teachers to improve their teaching quality and efficiency in higher vocational institute.

A Study on English Learning Motivation Types of Non-English Majors

This paper investigates the motivation types of non-English majors in English learning by means of questionnaires . The subjects were 100 non-English majors of Science and Arts in Hubei University of Technology. The questionnaire adopts the Eng-lish Learning Motivation Questionnaire designed by Gao Yihong and her team, which includes 30 questions about reason to learn English. Through exploratory factor analysis, there are seven types of motivation, namely, intrinsic interest, immediate achieve-ment, going abroad, learning situation, social responsibility, individual development and information media. This paper uses SPSS to analyze the data by correlation analysis in order to explore the influence among personal factors and the relation between person-al factors and motivation types. The results show that major and English proficiency have significant effects on English learning mo-tivation. In addition, there is interaction between the age when English learning began and family background, major and English proficiency.

An Investigation of Junior Middle School Students'English Learning Motivation and Motivating Strategies

English learning motivation plays a more and more important role in junior middle school students' study,and it is necessary for students to learn English effectively.Therefore,teachers should take responsibilities for stimulating students' English learning motivation.This present thesis investigates 63 students who are from class 1 grade 1,class 2 grade 1 and class 3 grade 1 in NanJie country junior middle school in LinYing town LuoHe city by the way of questionnaire.And the thesis discusses the source of students' learning motivation,for the purpose of putting forward strategies of motivating students' English learning motivation in accordance with students' type of motivation.

A Study of English Learning Motivation of Left-behind Children from the Perspective of L2 Motivational Self System

A survey carried out among 286 left-behind children in a middle school through the lens of L2 Motivational Self System presents that although left-behind children possess low level of English learning motivation,they are favorably disposed towards studying English.Among the three dimensions of L2 Motivational Self System in this survey,L2 Learning Experience influences English learning motivation of left-behind children most and Ideal L2 Self with Ought-to L2 Self ranks the second in affecting their motivation.Practicalimplications are also provided.

Research on the Current Situation and Cultivation of English Learning Motivation of Non-English Majors

English is not only a language,but also a tool.There are many factors that affect students’English learning quality and ef?ficiency,among which the biggest one is learning motivation.At present,some non-English majors in our country lack the motiva?tion of English learning,and the phenomenon of students’grade differentiation becomes more and more obvious,which seriously affects the process and quality of English teaching in the whole class.Analyzing and exploring the present situation and cultivation of English learning motivation of non-English majors can improve the quality and level of English learning of Chinese college stu?dents as a whole.

The Learning Motivation of English Learning of Non-English Majors in Chinese University

This research aims at discovering the motivation of English learning among non-English majors in the high level edu?cation.It emphasizes how the inner and outer factors joint together to influence the efficiency of English learning under different linguistic views.It first sums up the background and core issues that lie in non-English majors’English language learning process.Then it specifically points out its main research subjects in the Chinese high level education stage,especially for non-English ma?jors and tries to explore the extent of concept by investing the motivations of the subjects and whether those factors would influ?ence the effect of English learning as a L2.And more importantly what is the most crucial factor to influence the motivation of English learning for those non-English majors.It also draws the attention on the influence of CET-4 and CET-6 according to the actual situation of the Chinese society.Based on the central theme in SLA research is that of interlanguage,the idea that the language that learners use is not simply the result of differences between the languages that they already know and the language that they are learning,but that it is a complete language system in its own right,with its own systematic rules.(The input hypoth?esis developed by linguist Stephen Krashen).This research uses the self-designed questionnaire as the instrument to weigh the de?termined motivation for non-English majors,this research reports the following core findings:non-utilitarian motivations are the most crucial motivation for non-English majors,while the request of the courses is the least;female non-English majors have higher motivation for English learning compared to male students.

Views on College Students' English Learning Motivation

This paper aims at exploring college students' English learning motivation to language learning, including effort, interest, and attitudes. To some extent, it is very important to perform activities in language learning classes. On the one hand, teachers should do every effort to develop students' keen interest in English study so as to foster their intrinsic motivation. On the other hand, they should set up new goals for students and feedback properly in order to build confidence in English learning. In a word, it is essential for English teachers to understand students' motivation of English learning so as to save time and teach more efficiently.

A Survey on College Students' English Learning Motivation and the Learning Results

This survey has been processed on 78 graduate students in grade 2010, majoring in science and engineer, from different classes. By analyzing the results of College English Test 4 and questionnaire, it shows that the students' English learning motivation roots in Certificate. Differences between the winners and losers are not reflected in the time they have used to study, but the learning motivation they possess.

The Effect of Sport English Teaching on English Learning Motivation

Taking middle school students in the English Basketball Camp as the research subjects,questionnaires and interviews are used to find the effect of sport English teaching on learners' motivation.Findings reveal that the motivation of the subjects has enhanced obviously; Both the integrative motivation and the instrumental motivation have improved.The causes may lie in the colorful basketball English course,appealing teaching methods,and the same hobbies among learners.Therefore,English teachers can utilize students' interests,use flexible teaching methods and create an energetic learning atmosphere to motivate the learners.

The Analysis on the Role of Motivation in College Students’ English Learning

Foreign language teaching is a very complicated process that includes varied factors.Among those factors,the learner's factors are very important.Learner is the main part of a foreign language learning and teaching.In recent years,considerable research has been focused on the study of the foreign language learners,especially on their motivations.Learners'motivation plays a very important role in Chinese college students'English learning.

On the Varieties and Factors of Chinese College Students Motivations in English Learning

Learner's motivation is very important in learning process and learning result. It can be divided into different varieties. The positive factors which can influence learner's motivation can play a vital role in College English teaching. In college English learning and teaching, teachers should adopt suitable teaching strategies and methods to realize these positive factors in order to im-prove college students English learning.

A Study on Factors that Affect Motivation in English Learning of NonEnglish Major Cadets

Motivation is one of the critical factors that affect foreign language learning. This study attempts to explore the factors that affect motivation in English learning of non-English major cadets. An investigation is conducted in a military academy in southwest China, in which a Likert scale questionnaire is adopted. Through data analysis, eight factors are found to affect cadets' English learning motivation. Moreover, suggestions are provided to shed light on English teaching and learning in military academies.

A Qualitative Study on College Students' Motivation of English Learning

Over the decades, English learning motivation has drawn much attention. The present case study aims to explore college students' motivation of English Learning. Based on SDT, the present study was conducted qualitatively. The researcher interviewed three non-English major students. This study found five types of motivation of English Learning. Besides, a person may have multiple motivations at the same time.

How does the Instrumental Motivation Affect English Learning in China

For years,learning English has always been a popular trend in China.However,for most of students,the main purpose of learning this language is not to improve their English proficiency but to obtain the related English proficiency certificates,which will contribute to their graduation or competition.Under such instrumental motivation,students may succeed in shortterm competition but fail in long-term development,especially when studying abroad or working in a foreign company.In order to help Chinese students improve their English proficiency effectively;this article will introduce several strategies that could be considered and implemented in English classes in China.

Stimulating the Intrinsic Motivation of Art Major Students in Oral English Learning

Intrinsic motivation plays a vital role in students’desire in learning oral English.This paper introduces the current situation of oral English teaching and learning in colleges,followed by explaining the reasons why art major students lack motivation in oral English learning.It is suggested that intrinsic motivation promotes students to hold a high interest toward learning and the acquisition of knowledge as well as enables students to achieve autonomous learning.Finally,practical suggestions for stimulating the intrinsic motivation of art major students in oral English learning are proposed.

The Washback of CET-4 on College Students' motivation toward English Learning in Less-developed Areas

Considering the important role that motivation plays in the process of second language learning, which can influence stu-dents' behaviours and performance in language learning and the fact that some college students in less-developed areas are learn-ing English under the pressure of preparing for the CET-4, it becomes important to explore the washback of the CET-4 on the stu-dents' motivation toward English learning and this paper is going to investigate this.

A Study on the Relationship between Intrinsic Motivation and Learner Autonomy in English Learning of Non-English Major College Students

To provide scientific feedback and advice on improving the English autonomous learning ability of non-English majorsand in improving the quality of English for non-English majors, it is urgent to study the relationship between intrinsic motivationand learner autonomy. Based on the theory of intrinsic motivation and learner autonomy, a questionnaire survey is used to investi-gate non-English students at Northeast Agricultural University. The obtained data through SPSS analysis and case simulation showthat there is a positive correlation between intrinsic motivation and learner autonomy, which proves the necessity and feasibility ofconstructing autonomous learning factor model to improve the self-learning ability of contemporary non-English majors.