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Attitudes toward the spread of English and language learning motivation: A graded response model analysis.
- Source :
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International Journal of Applied Linguistics . Jul2023, Vol. 33 Issue 2, p190-206. 17p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Much has been discussed regarding the influence of the spread of English on second/foreign language learning, but no scale has been developed to gauge the learners' attitudes toward the global phenomenon. In this study, 829 Japanese university students were given a questionnaire that examined their attitudes toward the phenomenon. The graded response model (GRM) analysis and analysis of the answers to an openāended question verified the psychometric soundness of the scale and indicated that most participants perceived the spread of English positively and put effort into studying the language for pragmatic reasons. The paper discusses the possibility of utilizing the GRM for developing similar scales and promoting a view of language learning that emphasizes not only its pragmatic aspects but its humanistic and cultural value. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 08026106
- Volume :
- 33
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Applied Linguistics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 164723270
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/ijal.12457