Understanding Emotions in English Language Learning in Virtual Worlds

ISBN-13: 9781032145938 / Miękka / 2023 / 132 str.

Poland) Pawlak Miroslaw (Adam Mickiewicz University

Opis

This book contributes to overcoming the deficit in research on emotions in foreign language learning in the domain of computer assisted language learning in both traditional and virtual settings. This is an important and illuminating read for students and scholars of applied linguistics, second language education and educational technology.

Spis treści

Introduction 1. Positive and negative emotions: Overview of selected theoretical issues 2. Research on positive and negative emotions in L2 learning and teaching in conventional settings and CALL 3. Methodology of the research project 4. Research findings 5. Conclusion

O autorze

Mariusz Kruk, PhD, works at the University of Zielona Góra, Poland. His main areas of interest include individual difference variables (e.g., boredom, motivation, anxiety) and the application of technology in foreign language learning and teaching.

Mirosław Pawlak is Professor of English at Adam Mickiewicz University, Kalisz, Poland, and State University of Applied Sciences, Konin, Poland. His research interests include form-focused instruction, corrective feedback, learner autonomy, learning strategies, motivation, willingness to communicate, emotions in L2 learning and teaching, study abroad and pronunciation teaching.