L2 Demotivation in Online Classes during COVID-19: From an Activity Theory Perspective

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  • Author(s): Elmas, Eda; Öztüfekçi, Ali (ORCID Öztüfekçi, Ali (ORCID 0000-0002-4519-3796)
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Shanlax International Journal of Education. Jun 2021 9(3):72-78.
  • Publication Date:
    2021
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Research
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Shanlax International Journals. 66, V.P. Complex, T.P.K. Main Road, Near KVB Vasantha Nagar, Madurai Tamil Nadu 625003, India. e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.shanlaxjournals.in/journals/index.php/education
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      7
    • Education Level:
      Higher Education
      Postsecondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Foreign Countries; Student Motivation; Second Language Instruction; English (Second Language); COVID-19; Pandemics; School Closing; Second Language Learning; College Students; Barriers; Online Courses; Electronic Learning
    • Subject Terms:
      Turkey
    • ISSN:
      2320-2653
    • Abstract:
      The primary purpose of this study was to investigate an L2 learner's motivation during his involvement in language learning. Specifically, it was sought to conceptualize the (de)motives that might have an impact on the participant's language learning process and to reconceptualize, in this sense, the process above referring to the Activity Theory (AT). To this end, this study attempted to examine whether there were any changes in his motivation within the framework of AT. The scrutiny of data revealed that the changes stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative influence on Ahmet's language learning process. Although he was relatively motivated as he started as a language learner, the new changes he had to adapt to amidst the outbreak externally affected his learning experiences, leading to demotivation. The present paper argues how this change can be captured by referring to Engeström's (1999, 2009) triangle model. Further discussions and implications are provided in the study.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2021
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1300828