Researching Language Learning Motivation : A Concise Guide

One of the most active areas in the field of second language acquisition, language learning motivation is a burgeoning area of research.Yet the plethora of new ideas and research directions can be confusing for newcomers to the discipline to navigate.Offering concise, bite-size overviews of key contemporary research concepts and directions, this book provides an invaluable guide to the contemporary state of the field. Making the discussion of key topics accessible to a wider audience, each chapter is written by a leading expert and reflects on cutting-edge research issues.From well-established concepts, such as engagement and learning goals, to emerging ideas, including contagion and plurilingualism, this book provides easy to understand overviews and analysis of key contemporary themes.Helping readers understand a field which can appear highly technical and overwhelming, Researching Language Learning Motivation provides valuable insights, perspectives and practical applications.