Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 17
Published: Nov. 20, 2024
This
study
investigates
the
dynamic
interplay
between
language
learners'
characteristics,
emotional
labor,
exhaustion,
and
contextual
performance
using
Ecological
Momentary
Assessment
(EMA).
The
research
involved
500
Chinese
students
selected
through
random
sampling,
resulting
in
352
valid
responses.
Data
collection
was
conducted
both
English
over
five
days.
Four
instruments
were
utilized:
Learner
Characteristics
Inventory,
Emotional
Labor
Questionnaire,
Exhaustion
Contextual
Performance
Questionnaire.
collected
data
analyzed
R
software,
employing
descriptive
analysis,
correlations,
regression
techniques.
findings
reveal
significant
relationships
variables.
characteristics
showed
a
positive
estimate,
indicating
that
better
learner
enhance
performance.
Conversely,
labor
exhaustion
had
negative
estimates,
suggesting
higher
levels
of
these
factors
diminish
Additionally,
found
interactions
interaction
highlighting
their
combined
effect
improves
However,
negative,
detrimental
joint
on
Similarly,
together
negatively
impacted
Notably,
three-way
among
complex
ultimately
enhances
underscores
importance
understanding
multifaceted
predicting
settings.
Language Teaching Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 31, 2024
This
study
set
out
to
scrutinize
the
interplay
between
338
(218
male
and
120
female)
English
as
a
second
or
foreign
language
learners’
writing
boredom
(L2WB)
coping
strategies,
along
with
mediating
role
of
motivation
(L2WM).
Structural
equation
modeling
(SEM)
analysis
indicated
that
L2WB
is
negatively
associated
L2WM
in
classes.
Results
also
revealed
negative
relationship
cognitive
well
behavioral
approaches
(L2)
practices.
In
addition,
was
positively
predictive
approach
strategy
while
being
avoidance
boredom.
showed
significant
indirect
effects
on
both
cognitive-oriented
strategies
(i.e.
strategy)
via
L2WM.
The
implications
for
L2
teachers,
teacher
educators,
materials
developers
are
discussed.
Studies in Second Language Learning and Teaching,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 10, 2025
The
present
study
aimed
to
explore
the
association
between
302
(93
males
and
209
females)
English
as
a
foreign
language
(EFL)
learners’
perceived
teacher
support
(i.e.,
personal
academic
support)
their
reading
motivation.
This
inquiry
also
sought
assess
potential
mediating
influences
of
second
or
(L2)
boredom,
anxiety,
enjoyment
on
interplay
constructs
under
investigation.
results
indicated
significantly
strong
positive
relationship
While
L2
boredom
anxiety
exhibited
negative
correlations
with
two
facets
support,
was
positively
correlated.
Additionally,
displayed
revealed
that
over
half
variance
in
motivation
could
be
predicted
by
along
learner
emotions.
findings
are
discussed
connection
educational
theories,
implications
drawn
for
teaching.
Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 16
Published: May 13, 2024
This
study
used
Q
methodology
to
explore
the
subjective
perspectives
of
English
as
a
Foreign
Language
(EFL)
learners
regarding
sources
willingness
communicate
(WTC).
A
sample
40
undergraduate
students
enrolled
in
an
language
teaching
program
at
Turkish
university
was
obtained.
Based
on
their
shared
viewpoints,
participants
were
clustered
into
three
groups:
self-assured
communicators,
motivated
and
nervous
communicators.
Self-assured
communicators
exhibited
high
levels
self-confidence,
while
displayed
strong
unwavering
motivation
improve
speaking
skills.
Nervous
other
hand,
showed
noticeable
signs
anxiety,
impeding
WTC.
provides
evidence
that
amalgamation
internal
external
factors
works
synergy
shape
EFL
learners'
WTC
classroom.
Recognising
this
interplay
can
lead
development
targeted
interventions
instructional
approaches,
improving
L2
communicative
behaviours.
Understanding
addressing
experiences,
particularly
relation
motivation,
are
key
elements
enhancing
overall
proficiency.
Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 17
Published: Aug. 9, 2024
Purpose:
The
study
aims
to
determine
the
effect
of
various
conversational
topics
on
dynamics
boredom
within
and
between
individuals
in
second
language
(L2)
learning.
It
explores
moment-to-moment
changes
levels
using
an
idiodynamic
method.
Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 16
Published: Oct. 20, 2024
Purpose
This
Q
methodology
study
explored
foreign
language
learners'
divergent
viewpoints
on
teachers'
characteristics
that
contribute
to
unwillingness
communicate
(unWTC).
