2023 Fiscal Year Final Research Report
The Effect of English-Speaking Role Models on the Motivation to Learn English of Japanese University Students
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20K00769
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| Research Category |
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
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| Allocation Type | Multi-year Fund |
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| Section | 一般 |
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| Review Section |
Basic Section 02100:Foreign language education-related
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| Research Institution | Kitami Institute of Technology |
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Principal Investigator |
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| Project Period (FY) |
2020-04-01 – 2024-03-31
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| Keywords | motivation / peer model / ideal L2 self / language learning / self-efficacy / L2 stress |
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| Outline of Final Research Achievements |
A major result was the detailing of the importance of peer modeling on L2 motivation. Capable role models demonstrate coping strategies and self-efficacy (similar to self-confidence). Students learn from these role models and adapt their own behaviours in an attempt to become better English speakers. The article detailed the identification and behavioural changes process by using microanalysis. The article also showed the transformative effect that identification with capable role models has on the ideal L2 self. Therefore, an essential element of any language learning program is role models, in particular, peer models.
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| Free Research Field |
language learning motivation
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| Academic Significance and Societal Importance of the Research Achievements |
Japanese students learning English have often been found to be lacking motivation. One reason is the lack of effective role models. My research shows the positive effect of role models. Students need to see high level ability as well as the behaviours that lead to that high ability.
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