THE ROLE OF MOTIVATION IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING

This article discusses the role and significance of motivation in foreign language learning, with particular emphasis on learning English as a foreign language. It examines the concept of motivation and explores two major types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The article also highlights the ways in which motivation influences learners’ engagement, persistence, and willingness to improve their English language skills. Finally, several practical recommendations for increasing and maintaining learners’ motivation are presented.