Complexity in Classroom Foreign Language Learning Motivation - A Practitioner Perspective from Japan

This book explores how complex systems theory can contribute to the understanding of classroom language learner motivation through an extended examination of the dynamic conditions operating in a foreign language classroom in Japan. Its reflexive, narrative approach shines light on the evolving nature of research and role of the researcher.

A propos de l'auteur

Richard J. Sampson is a Lecturer in the University Education Center at Gunma University, Japan. His research interests concern situated exploration of the contextualised nature of the learning and teaching of foreign languages, the interrelations between language-learner self ideas, past, present and future learning experiences, and motivation.

Résumé

This book explores how complex systems theory can contribute to the understanding of classroom language learner motivation through an extended examination of the dynamic conditions operating in a foreign language classroom in Japan. Its reflexive, narrative approach shines light on the evolving nature of research and role of the researcher.

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Richard J. Sampson
• Edition: Multilingual Matters
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre Relié
• Sortie: 01.06.2016
• EAN: 9781783095889
• ISBN: 978-1-78309-588-9
• Pages: 240
• Dimensions: 161 mm x 240 mm x 18 mm
• Poids: 529 g
• Thèmes: Second Language Acquisition; Second Language Acquisition
• Catégories: Ecole et pédagogie > Formation pour adultes/université populaire > Matériel de cours/formation adultes langue; Sciences humaines, art, musique > Linguistique et littérature > Autres langues / Autres littératures