Fear, Dependence, and Loss of Self-Esteem: Affective Barriers in Second Language Learning among Adults.

Cohen, Y.; Norst, M. J.

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ERIC Number: EJ462650

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1989

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Fear, Dependence, and Loss of Self-Esteem: Affective Barriers in Second Language Learning among Adults.

Cohen, Y.; Norst, M. J.

RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research in Southeast Asia, v20 n2 p61-77 Dec 1989

The attitudes of Australian adults required to study a foreign language for a postgraduate degree were examined. Investigators reviewed the students' diaries, which they had been required to keep for 30 lessons. Problems of fear/anxiety, dependence, and loss of self-esteem are discussed. (17 references) (Author/LB)

Descriptors: Adult Students, Anxiety, Attitude Measures, Emotional Response, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Journal Writing, Second Language Learning, Self Esteem, Student Attitudes

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Australia

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