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Learning Motivation of English Based on Sociocultural Theory: A Study of Chinese College Students in English Majors
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Abstract
Sociocultural theory emphasizes the use of sociocultural contexts and cultural artifacts to regulate interpersonal relationships and facilitate thinking and language acquisition. Based on this theory, research on foreign language learning has shown that learning a foreign language is not a personal effort invested blindly, but rather is realized and internalized through language as a cognitive tool with the help of other supports. Learning motivation is an important factor that directly affects the learning behavior and effect of college students, and it is the internal motivation and need that drives students to learn. To understand the current situation of learning motivation of Chinese English majors under the sociocultural theory, this study adopts a questionnaire to investigate the learning motivation status of 150 students majoring in English in a comprehensive undergraduate university. Based on the problems found, this study makes suggestions to both students and teachers to stimulate students’ learning motivation.
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sociocultural theory, learning motivation, English majors
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Tu,X. (2023). Learning Motivation of English Based on Sociocultural Theory: A Study of Chinese College Students in English Majors. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,25,64-69.
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