Foreign language learners' beliefs about language learning: a study on Turkish university students

Ariogul S., ÜNAL D. Ç., Onursal I.

World Conference on Educational Sciences, Nicosia, CYPRUS, 4 - 07 Şubat 2009, cilt.1, ss.1500-1506 identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Tam Metin Bildiri
  • Cilt numarası: 1
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.sbspro.2009.01.265
  • Basıldığı Şehir: Nicosia
  • Basıldığı Ülke: CYPRUS
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1500-1506
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Foreign language learning, language learner beliefs, preconceived notions, teacher training
  • Hacettepe Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

The present study addresses the differences and similarities among English, German, and French language groups' beliefs about language learning. The participant students (n=343) completed Beliefs About Language Learning Inventory (BALLI) and a demographic information questionnaire. The results of a cross-tabulation of thirty-four items showed that although French language learners had more positive expectations in language learning, all three groups held certain beliefs that would be detrimental to their long-term language learning. To alleviate the negative outcomes of these beliefs on language learners, the Language teachers could implement and discuss positive instructional practices and realistic expectations in the classroom.