The role of motivation in second language learning process in adolescents

Abstract

This study aims at providing an outlook on the motivational factors that play an idealistic role on the development of procedures of second language learning and also on the factors which most adroitly influence the learners understanding of second language. The study was conducted on the students of a private university studying English language at their post graduate level. The study was conducted quantitatively and the results are compiled in the form of diagrams and graphs. The results conclude that intrinsic motivation plays a more significant role than the extrinsic motivation. The role of teacher in inducing motivation among students is indisputable. Media also works to enhance the motivational levels of students and students themselves feel that they learn English language more efficiently using media sources, hence it should be incorporated in language learning classes in a well-organized way.