Complexity in Classroom Foreign Language Learning Motivation

Sampson, Richard J.

ISBN 10: 1783095881 / ISBN 13: 9781783095889

Published by Channel View Publications Ltd, 2016

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. Series: Second Language Acquisition. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; CFM; CJA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 241 x 19. Weight in Grams: 506. . 2016. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9781783095889

Synopsis:

This book explores how complex systems theory can contribute to the understanding of classroom language learner motivation through an extended examination of one particular, situated research project. Working from the lived experience of the participants, the study describes how action research methods were used to explore the dynamic conditions operating in a foreign language classroom in Japan. The book draws attention to the highly personalised and individual, yet equally co-formed nature of classroom foreign language learning motivation and to the importance of agency and emotions in language learning. It presents an extended illustration of the applicability of complex systems theory for research design and process in SLA and its narrative approach shines light upon the evolving nature of research and role of the researcher. The study will be a valuable resource for practitioners, researchers and postgraduate students interested in classroom language teaching and learning, especially those with a focus on motivation among learners.

About the Author:

Richard J. Sampson is an Associate Professor at Rikkyo University, Japan. He uses action research approaches to give voice to the complex, situated experience of language learner psychology and is the author of Complexity in Classroom Foreign Language Learning Motivation (2016, Multilingual Matters).

Bibliographic Details

Title: Complexity in Classroom Foreign Language ...
Publisher: Channel View Publications Ltd
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New