Stimulating student interest in language learning :
[Book]
theory, research and practice /
Tan Bee Tin
1 online resource (XIII, 329 pages) :
illustrations
Includes bibliographical references and index
Part I. Interest: definition and theories -- Introduction ('interest' as a new conceptual lens) -- 'Interest' and other similar terms -- Defining 'interest': an educational psychological perspective -- Studying 'interest': approaches and methodological issues -- Part II. Exploring the interest construct with reference to second language learning/teaching -- 'Interest talk' with English language teachers/educators -- 'Interest talk' with English language learners: in-class and out-of-class experiences -- 'Interest talk' with English language learners: 'same' class, but 'different' interest trajectories and experiences -- Features of interesting English language classes: the role of teacher talk -- Part III. Stimulating student interest in language learning: applying theory and research to inform teaching and practice -- Stimulating student interest in language learning: applying theory and research to inform teaching and practice -- Stimulating student interest in language learning -- Conclusion ('a final call')