Classroom evaluation plays a critical role in shaping students’learning experiences,influencing not only their academic performance but also their motivation and engagement.In the context of primary Chinese language ...Classroom evaluation plays a critical role in shaping students’learning experiences,influencing not only their academic performance but also their motivation and engagement.In the context of primary Chinese language learning,oral feedback and written comments are two prevalent evaluation methods.This paper explores how these different types of feedback impact students’motivation,learning outcomes,and participation.By comparing the immediacy of oral feedback with the systematic nature of written comments,this study seeks to provide insights into how educators can utilize classroom evaluations more effectively to foster motivation in Chinese language learners.The findings indicate that both feedback methods have unique strengths,and a balanced approach may optimize learning outcomes.展开更多
In order to explore the relationship between college students’English learning motivation and learning effect,this paper uses a questionnaire survey to investigate and analyze the English classroom learning motivatio...In order to explore the relationship between college students’English learning motivation and learning effect,this paper uses a questionnaire survey to investigate and analyze the English classroom learning motivation of first-year non-English majors.Based on the final English score,the paper analyzes the correlation between English learning motivation and learning effect.展开更多
English as an international language,English writing is a very important skill as an important form of language output,which is not only an important means of expressing emotions and awareness,but also reflects the ab...English as an international language,English writing is a very important skill as an important form of language output,which is not only an important means of expressing emotions and awareness,but also reflects the ability to use language in an integrated way.In language teaching,the development of English writing skills is an important and challenging teaching task.English writing language is expressed not only at the basic level of vocabulary,grammar,and sentence structure,but also at the higher-order level of text organization,logical reasoning,and argumentation.However,in traditional English writing teaching,students usually do not have the opportunity to have an in-depth experience of the context of the topic,which leads to a lack of motivation and poor writing results.Therefore,this study developed an SVVR learning system based on spherical video-based virtual reality(SVVR)technology and conducted a quasi-experiment in a university English major classroom.The results of the study showed that the SVVR-supported approach to English writing could improve students'writing performance,enrich writing content,and increase learning motivation.展开更多
The English Curriculum Standards particularly emphasize that“we should pay attention to the emotions of each student,cultivate their interest in learning English,help them build a sense of achievement and self-confid...The English Curriculum Standards particularly emphasize that“we should pay attention to the emotions of each student,cultivate their interest in learning English,help them build a sense of achievement and self-confidence in learning,and enable them to develop comprehensive language-using capabilities,improve humanistic qualities,enhance practical skills,and cultivate a spirit of innovation in the learning process.”The foreign language learning process is an information-processing process in which both subjective and objective factors play a great influence.Subjective factors are factors related to the quality of the informant himself,such as cognitive factors,affective factors,and age influence,among which the influence and role of affective factors on foreign language information cannot be ignored.In the teaching process,it is required that teachers use the knowledge of pedagogical psychology for the in-depth understanding of the students and their psychological and emotional needs,and attempt to satisfy them,so that they can have positive emotions and feelings.展开更多
STEAM(science,technology,engineering,arts,and mathematics)education aims to cultivate innovative talents with multidimensional literacy through interdisciplinary integration and innovative practice.However,lack of stu...STEAM(science,technology,engineering,arts,and mathematics)education aims to cultivate innovative talents with multidimensional literacy through interdisciplinary integration and innovative practice.However,lack of student motivation has emerged as a key factor hindering its effectiveness.This study explores the integrated application of positive emotions and flow experience in STEAM education from the perspective of positive psychology.It systematically explains how these factors enhance learning motivation and promote knowledge internalization,proposing feasible pathways for instructional design,resource provision,environment creation,and team building.The study provides theoretical insights and practical guidance for transforming STEAM education in the new era.展开更多
This paper explores the impact of industry-education integration on students’motivation in college English courses under the TPACK(Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge)framework using a comprehensive approach ...This paper explores the impact of industry-education integration on students’motivation in college English courses under the TPACK(Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge)framework using a comprehensive approach combining quantitative and qualitative methods.Quantitative data analysis indicates a significant positive correlation between the perception of industry-education integration and the level of student learning motivation.There is also a clear association between the perception scores of TPACK framework integration and learning motivation.Qualitative data analysis reveals students’positive experiences and recognition of the TPACK framework integration in practical application projects.The study concludes that industry-education integration and the TPACK framework play a crucial role in enhancing students’learning motivation.It suggests optimizing teaching practices through faculty training,designing practical application projects,and promoting student interaction.This comprehensive analysis provides substantial guidance for the future development of English courses.展开更多
This paper reviews the research on second language acquisition from the perspective of positive psychology.First,it introduces the background and purpose of the study and discusses the significance of the application ...This paper reviews the research on second language acquisition from the perspective of positive psychology.First,it introduces the background and purpose of the study and discusses the significance of the application of positive psychology in the field of language acquisition.Then,the basic theories of positive psychology,including the core concepts and principles of positive psychology,are summarized.Subsequently,the theory of second language acquisition is defined and outlined,including the definition,characteristics,and related developmental theories of second language acquisition.On this basis,the study of second language acquisition from the perspective of positive psychology is discussed in detail.By combing and synthesizing the literature,this paper summarizes the current situation and trend of second language acquisition research under the perspective of positive psychology and puts forward some future research directions and suggestions.展开更多
Through investigation and research,this paper analyzes the needs and status quo of medical students’English learning,and makes a correlation analysis between them.This paper uses the strategy of questionnaire survey ...Through investigation and research,this paper analyzes the needs and status quo of medical students’English learning,and makes a correlation analysis between them.This paper uses the strategy of questionnaire survey and take the actual medicalstudents in our country as the survey object,and uses two-dimensional model of Oxford and three-dimensional model of O’Malleyand Chamot statistical method to get the final conclusion.The results show that the high score group students show stronger internallearning motivation,the choice of cognitive strategies shows a strong sense of autonomy and responsibility,while the low score stu-dents mainly show external learning motivation,in the specific learning process,they rely more on mechanical imitation and ignorethe cultivation of creative thinking.展开更多
This paper introduced the current situation and development background of art and design vocational education in China, especially the relationship between learning characteristics and ability of art and design studen...This paper introduced the current situation and development background of art and design vocational education in China, especially the relationship between learning characteristics and ability of art and design students in vocational colleges. The approaches of overcoming the inclination to utilitarianism and aesthetic deficiency in art and design education of Chinese higher vocational colleges should be explored from the perspective of learning motivation, strategy and ability, so as to propose countermeasures to improve learning ability of art and design students in vocational colleges.展开更多
As the intrinsic driving force to promote learner’s learning,learning motivation is one of the key factors that affect learning engagement and efficiency.In terms of optimizing instructional videos and strengthening ...As the intrinsic driving force to promote learner’s learning,learning motivation is one of the key factors that affect learning engagement and efficiency.In terms of optimizing instructional videos and strengthening learning effects,it is particularly important to understand the cognitive neural mechanism and influencing factors of the changes of learning motivation.By using the near-infrared spectrometer technology,the paper has collected the state of neural activity while learners were learning different instructional videos,and has analyzed the relationship between the learning motivation of instructional videos and the state of neural activity in the learning process from the angle of cognitive neuroscience.It is found that both the intrinsic and extrinsic learning motivation of instructional videos will affect the state of neural activity in the learning process;the learning process will also affect the intensity of learning motivation,while the preparation of fine instructional videos will also cause the transfer of learning motivation.展开更多
This research aims at developing RCPS (revised creative problem solving) teaching model, besides the authors designed the instructions of chemical reaction to promote eight grade students' scientific learning motiv...This research aims at developing RCPS (revised creative problem solving) teaching model, besides the authors designed the instructions of chemical reaction to promote eight grade students' scientific learning motivation and scientific concept learning. We adopted quasi-experiment study, the experimental group and controlled group all 28 students were chose, go on the parameter is analyzed together compared with textbook instructions, scale of scientific learning motivation and test of scientific conception learning were used for the two groups in prior test and post test, then they used statistical ANCOVA (analysis of covariance) to analyze the differences between the two teaching models. The result of this study finds that RCPS teaching model improved student's scientific learning motivation and learning scientific concept was superior to textbook instructions in controlled group, p = 0.001 (〈 0.01), and all with high experimental treatment effects (〉 0.14). The study also proposes that when RCPS teaching model was applied to scientific concept teaching, RCPS teaching model should be joined the conception introducing stage, and pay attention to students' scientific learning motivation.展开更多
After perceiving a common phenomenon of English learning at college in China, this paper presents a case study of motivation. In this study, a questionnaire is conducted twice among 156 Chinese college students when t...After perceiving a common phenomenon of English learning at college in China, this paper presents a case study of motivation. In this study, a questionnaire is conducted twice among 156 Chinese college students when they are sophomores and seniors. It intends to identify some components of foreign language learning motivation and probes into the causes for the changing motivations of students throughout 4-year college education. The findings suggest that the instrumental motivation plays a crucial role in foreign language learning context.展开更多
This paper aims to explore whether reflective learning ability can be fostered and nurtured with special instruction and whether it can enhance students' motivation of learning English. The experiment lasted four mon...This paper aims to explore whether reflective learning ability can be fostered and nurtured with special instruction and whether it can enhance students' motivation of learning English. The experiment lasted four months, taking two parallel classes of the sophomore students at English major in Ningbo Dahongying University as the subjects. The results show that students can raise their awareness of reflective thinking and acquire reflective learning ability with teachers' instruction, and the two reflective activities (writing reflective journals and peer-evaluation) are very effective to increase students' motivation of learning English and improve their academic performances in English study.展开更多
Combined with the actual work of universities, to build a harmonious teacher teaching, needs feedback and students' practice". To build organic whole work program is by "thought leading, an application platform bas...Combined with the actual work of universities, to build a harmonious teacher teaching, needs feedback and students' practice". To build organic whole work program is by "thought leading, an application platform based on innovation and entrepreneurship from the perspective of students' learning motivation and learning needs, helps the student strengthen the learning ability construction. Through improving students' work and learning ability, they will be willing to learn.展开更多
This study investigates the positive and negative effects of online teaching on EFL students’learning motivation.There are 26 English majors in a Chinese university participant in this study.Data were collected from ...This study investigates the positive and negative effects of online teaching on EFL students’learning motivation.There are 26 English majors in a Chinese university participant in this study.Data were collected from multiple sources:semi-structured interview and direct observation.The result shows that in the course aspect,it has a positive effect.In the teacher aspect,it has both negative and positive effects.But in the learning group aspect,it has a negative effect,because of losing of students’interaction.展开更多
Based on a survey and some language experts' points of view about the motivation of Chinese university students, this article tries to deal with two issues: what kind of motivation does Chinese University students h...Based on a survey and some language experts' points of view about the motivation of Chinese university students, this article tries to deal with two issues: what kind of motivation does Chinese University students have and how can a teacher positively affect the motivation of his or her students?展开更多
Adult English learners have their own unique characteristics. This research adopts a questionnaire consisting of 9 dimensions to explore their English learning motivations, which turn out to be mainly instrumental one...Adult English learners have their own unique characteristics. This research adopts a questionnaire consisting of 9 dimensions to explore their English learning motivations, which turn out to be mainly instrumental ones. And the author has postulated suggestions about adult English teaching.展开更多
Objective:The study is to analyze the influence of parent-child relationship on pupils’learning motivation,and to explore the mediating mechanism of teacher-student relationship in parent-child relationship and learn...Objective:The study is to analyze the influence of parent-child relationship on pupils’learning motivation,and to explore the mediating mechanism of teacher-student relationship in parent-child relationship and learning motivation.Method:This study conducted a questionnaire survey on 213 pupils in Grades 5 and 6 in two schools in Beijing using Pianta’s teacher-student relationship scale revised by Qu,Dornbush’s parent-child intimacy scale revised by Zhang and the learning motivation scale adapted by Hu.Results:Gender,grade,whether they are the only child and to be a class cadre or not show significant differences in some dimensions of parent-child relationship,teacher-student relationship and learning motivation.The total scores of parent-child relationship,teacher-student relationship and learning motivation are positively correlated,and some sub dimensions are also significantly correlated.Parent-child relationship and teacher-student relationship have a significant positive predictive effect on learning motivation,and parent-child relationship has a significant positive predictive effect on teacher-student relationship.Teacher-student relationship plays a mediating role in the influence of parent-child relationship on learning motivation.Conclusions:Parent-child relationship can promote the relationship between teachers and students,and then enhance pupils’learning motivation.展开更多
Analysis of the current situation of non-English majors in learning English.Applied with learning motivation theory,pointing out the factors that influence the efficiency of learning,a set of methods are proposed to h...Analysis of the current situation of non-English majors in learning English.Applied with learning motivation theory,pointing out the factors that influence the efficiency of learning,a set of methods are proposed to help non-English majors find their own way of learning English,in attempt to help them learn English more efficiently.展开更多
This study explores the effects of two affective factors,reading anxiety and learning motivation on incidental vocabulary acquisition(IVA)under Chinese context.Fifty-two sophomores form a comprehensive university in s...This study explores the effects of two affective factors,reading anxiety and learning motivation on incidental vocabulary acquisition(IVA)under Chinese context.Fifty-two sophomores form a comprehensive university in southern China were enrolled in this study;data were collected through questionnaires,IVA test,and semi-structured interviews.This study identified the signifi⁃cant relationship between IVA and learning motivation but reading anxiety was non-significant.The findings contributed empirical evidence to the effects of affective factors on Chinese students’incidental vocabulary acquisition.展开更多
文摘Classroom evaluation plays a critical role in shaping students’learning experiences,influencing not only their academic performance but also their motivation and engagement.In the context of primary Chinese language learning,oral feedback and written comments are two prevalent evaluation methods.This paper explores how these different types of feedback impact students’motivation,learning outcomes,and participation.By comparing the immediacy of oral feedback with the systematic nature of written comments,this study seeks to provide insights into how educators can utilize classroom evaluations more effectively to foster motivation in Chinese language learners.The findings indicate that both feedback methods have unique strengths,and a balanced approach may optimize learning outcomes.
文摘In order to explore the relationship between college students’English learning motivation and learning effect,this paper uses a questionnaire survey to investigate and analyze the English classroom learning motivation of first-year non-English majors.Based on the final English score,the paper analyzes the correlation between English learning motivation and learning effect.
文摘English as an international language,English writing is a very important skill as an important form of language output,which is not only an important means of expressing emotions and awareness,but also reflects the ability to use language in an integrated way.In language teaching,the development of English writing skills is an important and challenging teaching task.English writing language is expressed not only at the basic level of vocabulary,grammar,and sentence structure,but also at the higher-order level of text organization,logical reasoning,and argumentation.However,in traditional English writing teaching,students usually do not have the opportunity to have an in-depth experience of the context of the topic,which leads to a lack of motivation and poor writing results.Therefore,this study developed an SVVR learning system based on spherical video-based virtual reality(SVVR)technology and conducted a quasi-experiment in a university English major classroom.The results of the study showed that the SVVR-supported approach to English writing could improve students'writing performance,enrich writing content,and increase learning motivation.
文摘The English Curriculum Standards particularly emphasize that“we should pay attention to the emotions of each student,cultivate their interest in learning English,help them build a sense of achievement and self-confidence in learning,and enable them to develop comprehensive language-using capabilities,improve humanistic qualities,enhance practical skills,and cultivate a spirit of innovation in the learning process.”The foreign language learning process is an information-processing process in which both subjective and objective factors play a great influence.Subjective factors are factors related to the quality of the informant himself,such as cognitive factors,affective factors,and age influence,among which the influence and role of affective factors on foreign language information cannot be ignored.In the teaching process,it is required that teachers use the knowledge of pedagogical psychology for the in-depth understanding of the students and their psychological and emotional needs,and attempt to satisfy them,so that they can have positive emotions and feelings.
基金Key Scientific Research Project of Henan Provincial Colleges and Universities“Construction of an Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education Ecosystem Model in Colleges and Universities Based on Ecological Theory”(24B880048)Research and Practice Project on Education and Teaching Reform in Henan Provincial Colleges and Universities(Employment and Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education)“Construction and Practice of a‘3+N’Practical Education System Based on Employment and Education Orientation”(2024SJGLX1083)+1 种基金Research and Practice Project on Teaching Reform in Higher Education in Henan Province“Practical Exploration of the‘3+3+X’Collaborative Education Model for Mental Health Education in Medical Schools”(2024SJGLX0142)Research and Practice Project on Education and Teaching Reform at Xinxiang Medical University“Practical Exploration of Conflicts and Countermeasures in Medical Students’Internships,Postgraduate Entrance Exams,and Employment from the Perspective of the Conflict Between Work and Study”(2021-XYJG-98)。
文摘STEAM(science,technology,engineering,arts,and mathematics)education aims to cultivate innovative talents with multidimensional literacy through interdisciplinary integration and innovative practice.However,lack of student motivation has emerged as a key factor hindering its effectiveness.This study explores the integrated application of positive emotions and flow experience in STEAM education from the perspective of positive psychology.It systematically explains how these factors enhance learning motivation and promote knowledge internalization,proposing feasible pathways for instructional design,resource provision,environment creation,and team building.The study provides theoretical insights and practical guidance for transforming STEAM education in the new era.
文摘This paper explores the impact of industry-education integration on students’motivation in college English courses under the TPACK(Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge)framework using a comprehensive approach combining quantitative and qualitative methods.Quantitative data analysis indicates a significant positive correlation between the perception of industry-education integration and the level of student learning motivation.There is also a clear association between the perception scores of TPACK framework integration and learning motivation.Qualitative data analysis reveals students’positive experiences and recognition of the TPACK framework integration in practical application projects.The study concludes that industry-education integration and the TPACK framework play a crucial role in enhancing students’learning motivation.It suggests optimizing teaching practices through faculty training,designing practical application projects,and promoting student interaction.This comprehensive analysis provides substantial guidance for the future development of English courses.
文摘This paper reviews the research on second language acquisition from the perspective of positive psychology.First,it introduces the background and purpose of the study and discusses the significance of the application of positive psychology in the field of language acquisition.Then,the basic theories of positive psychology,including the core concepts and principles of positive psychology,are summarized.Subsequently,the theory of second language acquisition is defined and outlined,including the definition,characteristics,and related developmental theories of second language acquisition.On this basis,the study of second language acquisition from the perspective of positive psychology is discussed in detail.By combing and synthesizing the literature,this paper summarizes the current situation and trend of second language acquisition research under the perspective of positive psychology and puts forward some future research directions and suggestions.
文摘Through investigation and research,this paper analyzes the needs and status quo of medical students’English learning,and makes a correlation analysis between them.This paper uses the strategy of questionnaire survey and take the actual medicalstudents in our country as the survey object,and uses two-dimensional model of Oxford and three-dimensional model of O’Malleyand Chamot statistical method to get the final conclusion.The results show that the high score group students show stronger internallearning motivation,the choice of cognitive strategies shows a strong sense of autonomy and responsibility,while the low score stu-dents mainly show external learning motivation,in the specific learning process,they rely more on mechanical imitation and ignorethe cultivation of creative thinking.
基金Sponsored by 2012–2013 Project of China Academy of Higher Vocational Technical Education(GZYLX1213153)
文摘This paper introduced the current situation and development background of art and design vocational education in China, especially the relationship between learning characteristics and ability of art and design students in vocational colleges. The approaches of overcoming the inclination to utilitarianism and aesthetic deficiency in art and design education of Chinese higher vocational colleges should be explored from the perspective of learning motivation, strategy and ability, so as to propose countermeasures to improve learning ability of art and design students in vocational colleges.
基金Key project of education science planning of Shenzhen in 2019:Research on Fatigue State of Online Learning Based on Cognitive Neuroscience(project number:zzdx19005)Co construction planning project of philosophy and social sciences in Guangdong Province in 2018:Research on the Relationship Between Learning Experience and Learning Motivation of Online Courses(project number:GD18XJY39)Teaching quality and teaching reform project of higher vocational education in Guangdong Province in 2018:Research on the Construction and Application of Higher Vocational Education Informatization Course Based on Task Driven Mode(project number:GDJG201941).
文摘As the intrinsic driving force to promote learner’s learning,learning motivation is one of the key factors that affect learning engagement and efficiency.In terms of optimizing instructional videos and strengthening learning effects,it is particularly important to understand the cognitive neural mechanism and influencing factors of the changes of learning motivation.By using the near-infrared spectrometer technology,the paper has collected the state of neural activity while learners were learning different instructional videos,and has analyzed the relationship between the learning motivation of instructional videos and the state of neural activity in the learning process from the angle of cognitive neuroscience.It is found that both the intrinsic and extrinsic learning motivation of instructional videos will affect the state of neural activity in the learning process;the learning process will also affect the intensity of learning motivation,while the preparation of fine instructional videos will also cause the transfer of learning motivation.
文摘This research aims at developing RCPS (revised creative problem solving) teaching model, besides the authors designed the instructions of chemical reaction to promote eight grade students' scientific learning motivation and scientific concept learning. We adopted quasi-experiment study, the experimental group and controlled group all 28 students were chose, go on the parameter is analyzed together compared with textbook instructions, scale of scientific learning motivation and test of scientific conception learning were used for the two groups in prior test and post test, then they used statistical ANCOVA (analysis of covariance) to analyze the differences between the two teaching models. The result of this study finds that RCPS teaching model improved student's scientific learning motivation and learning scientific concept was superior to textbook instructions in controlled group, p = 0.001 (〈 0.01), and all with high experimental treatment effects (〉 0.14). The study also proposes that when RCPS teaching model was applied to scientific concept teaching, RCPS teaching model should be joined the conception introducing stage, and pay attention to students' scientific learning motivation.
文摘After perceiving a common phenomenon of English learning at college in China, this paper presents a case study of motivation. In this study, a questionnaire is conducted twice among 156 Chinese college students when they are sophomores and seniors. It intends to identify some components of foreign language learning motivation and probes into the causes for the changing motivations of students throughout 4-year college education. The findings suggest that the instrumental motivation plays a crucial role in foreign language learning context.
文摘This paper aims to explore whether reflective learning ability can be fostered and nurtured with special instruction and whether it can enhance students' motivation of learning English. The experiment lasted four months, taking two parallel classes of the sophomore students at English major in Ningbo Dahongying University as the subjects. The results show that students can raise their awareness of reflective thinking and acquire reflective learning ability with teachers' instruction, and the two reflective activities (writing reflective journals and peer-evaluation) are very effective to increase students' motivation of learning English and improve their academic performances in English study.
文摘Combined with the actual work of universities, to build a harmonious teacher teaching, needs feedback and students' practice". To build organic whole work program is by "thought leading, an application platform based on innovation and entrepreneurship from the perspective of students' learning motivation and learning needs, helps the student strengthen the learning ability construction. Through improving students' work and learning ability, they will be willing to learn.
文摘This study investigates the positive and negative effects of online teaching on EFL students’learning motivation.There are 26 English majors in a Chinese university participant in this study.Data were collected from multiple sources:semi-structured interview and direct observation.The result shows that in the course aspect,it has a positive effect.In the teacher aspect,it has both negative and positive effects.But in the learning group aspect,it has a negative effect,because of losing of students’interaction.
文摘Based on a survey and some language experts' points of view about the motivation of Chinese university students, this article tries to deal with two issues: what kind of motivation does Chinese University students have and how can a teacher positively affect the motivation of his or her students?
文摘Adult English learners have their own unique characteristics. This research adopts a questionnaire consisting of 9 dimensions to explore their English learning motivations, which turn out to be mainly instrumental ones. And the author has postulated suggestions about adult English teaching.
基金Collaborative education project of industry university cooperation of the Ministry of Education of China:Research on practice teaching of the competency of future mental health teachers based on virtual reality(No.202102080005).
文摘Objective:The study is to analyze the influence of parent-child relationship on pupils’learning motivation,and to explore the mediating mechanism of teacher-student relationship in parent-child relationship and learning motivation.Method:This study conducted a questionnaire survey on 213 pupils in Grades 5 and 6 in two schools in Beijing using Pianta’s teacher-student relationship scale revised by Qu,Dornbush’s parent-child intimacy scale revised by Zhang and the learning motivation scale adapted by Hu.Results:Gender,grade,whether they are the only child and to be a class cadre or not show significant differences in some dimensions of parent-child relationship,teacher-student relationship and learning motivation.The total scores of parent-child relationship,teacher-student relationship and learning motivation are positively correlated,and some sub dimensions are also significantly correlated.Parent-child relationship and teacher-student relationship have a significant positive predictive effect on learning motivation,and parent-child relationship has a significant positive predictive effect on teacher-student relationship.Teacher-student relationship plays a mediating role in the influence of parent-child relationship on learning motivation.Conclusions:Parent-child relationship can promote the relationship between teachers and students,and then enhance pupils’learning motivation.
文摘Analysis of the current situation of non-English majors in learning English.Applied with learning motivation theory,pointing out the factors that influence the efficiency of learning,a set of methods are proposed to help non-English majors find their own way of learning English,in attempt to help them learn English more efficiently.
文摘This study explores the effects of two affective factors,reading anxiety and learning motivation on incidental vocabulary acquisition(IVA)under Chinese context.Fifty-two sophomores form a comprehensive university in southern China were enrolled in this study;data were collected through questionnaires,IVA test,and semi-structured interviews.This study identified the signifi⁃cant relationship between IVA and learning motivation but reading anxiety was non-significant.The findings contributed empirical evidence to the effects of affective factors on Chinese students’incidental vocabulary acquisition.