The majority of research into language learning motivation continues to favour a quantitative
design, focusing on the experiences of children and young adults in the English as a …

With the UK entering its fourth decade of this crisis with no end in sight, it is timely to ask how
current policy directions for language learning beyond the compulsory phase (currently age …

The decline of language learning in the UK–a concern for academics, linguists and
educators alike–has been rationalised by the demotivating effect of Global English: as many …

Britain's already poor record for language learning might be exacerbated by the Global
English phenomenon, in that utilitarian reasons for learning languages other than English …

Lamb's article outlines several teaching methodologies which aim to address the well-
documented issues with motivation in foreign language learning. Whilst the article focuses …

The terms identity and motivation, both previously thought to be fairly static traits of an
individual, have gone through re-conceptualizations where the ever-changing social context …

This systematic literature review delves into the varied global motivations shaping English
as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning within diverse university contexts. Examining Tay Do …

The Welsh Government's current Welsh language strategy aims to create a million Welsh
speakers by 2050 (Welsh Government) and recognises the key role played by new speakers …

What are the aspirations of Adult ESOL learners and what social and institutional factors
constrain them? What are the consequent implications for Adult ESOL practitioners? This …

This study proposes a novel, context-specific, theoretical framework for understanding
language learning motivation among secondary pupils in Anglophone settings. It builds on …