Motivational Strategies in College English Teaching in China

Authors

Ya-Meng Zhang, Zhejiang Yuexiu University, Shaoxing, ChinaFollow

Abstract

The purpose of motivational strategies in the teaching of a second language is to encourage students to achieve systematic and lasting results in learning. Few studies have been undertaken to examine the perception of teachers and students on the effectiveness of motivational strategies. This study is an attempt to contribute to the achievement of the educational goals of language teaching by exploring the internal relationship between perception and application of motivational strategies among Chinese college English teachers and students. Data were collected through random sampling of 115 college English teachers and 108 students in their classes. The outcomes indicate that: (a) Motivational strategies considered important by teachers were not necessarily the most commonly used; (b) There were distinct differences between teachers and students in their perceptions of the importance of motivational strategies; (c) Very few motivational strategies matched their frequency of use and their perceived importance; (d) Teachers using different strategies agreed that the ultimate purpose of the application was to let students understand the significance of motivational strategies and to be motivated to learn their second language.

Recommended Citation

Zhang, Ya-Meng (2021) "Motivational Strategies in College English Teaching in China," Malaysian Journal of Chinese Studies: Vol. 10: No. 1, Article 6.
Available at: https://mjcs.newera.edu.my/journal/vol10/iss1/6