Technological Developments and the Role of L2 Motivation in University English Language Teaching Education

Authors

H. Pathan, Centre of English Language and Linguistics, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro Sindh- Pakistan\\ Faculty of Philology, Peoples Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), Moscow, RussiaFollow
O. I. Aleksandrova, Faculty of Philology, Peoples Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), Moscow, RussiaFollow
S. Khatoon, Centre of English Language and Linguistics, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro Sindh- PakistanFollow
M. A. Soomro, Faculty of Philology, Peoples Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), Moscow, Russia\\ Faculty of Science, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering, Science and Technology (QUEST), Nawabshah-Sindh, PakistanFollow

Abstract

The 21st century is the era of technology and digitalization in teaching and learning dynamics., The present study explores the function of L2 motivation in university-based English language teaching (ELT) education. It also seeks to comprehend how technological developments are changing L2 motivation and examines teachers coping mechanisms in this changing educational environment. This study employs a qualitative research approach to explore the university teachers choices of technology instruments and pedagogical choices for enhancing students’ L2 motivation. Thus, the study uses semi-structured interviews to collect data from the 15 university teachers, (8 from Pakistan and 7 from Russia). Moreover, the secondary aim of the study is to comprehend the variables influencing L2 teacher motivation, and pedagogical approaches. This study adds to the body of information on language teaching by emphasizing the necessity for university teachers to adapt to changes in L2 motivation by utilizing technology, developing cutting-edge resources, and creating motivating learning settings.

Recommended Citation

Pathan, H.; I. Aleksandrova, O.; Khatoon, S.; and A. Soomro, M. (2023) "Technological Developments and the Role of L2 Motivation in University English Language Teaching Education," Information Sciences Letters: Vol. 12 : Iss. 12 , PP -.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/isl/vol12/iss12/19