Language Learning Motivation: A Descriptive and Causal Analysis.

Ely, Christopher M.

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ERIC Number: EJ333197

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Publication Date: 1986

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Language Learning Motivation: A Descriptive and Causal Analysis.

Ely, Christopher M.

Modern Language Journal, v70 n1 p28-35 Spr 1986

Describes a study of first-year university students of Spanish done to discover their types of motivation for learning a second language and to investigate the relationship between type and strength of motivation. Findings indicate the existence of two types of motivation clusters that resemble the integrative and instrumental orientations. (SED)

Descriptors: Achievement Need, Educational Research, Higher Education, Introductory Courses, Learning Motivation, Questionnaires, Second Language Learning, Spanish, Student Motivation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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