Possibilities of Developing Students` Intrinsic Motivation in Blended Learning of English
Possibilities of Developing Students` Intrinsic Motivation in Blended Learning of English

Summary/Abstract: The study describes the results of the research whose objective was to highlight the possibilities of enhancing students’ intrinsic motivation with the help of the tools and methods employed by the teacher in a blended course. The research participants were English B1 and B2 level students (n=57). A quantitative research method was applied, using a questionnaire composed on the basis of a SEVAQ+ instrument. The questionnaire involves the following areas: ICT and learning system in the e-learning environment (Moodle), e-learning activities and teacher’s support as well as learners’ motivation to study more efficiently. The block of questions related to ICT and learning system involves the quality in an e-learning course delivery. In the section of e-learning activities, the aspects covered are compliance of the course methods with the students’ learning style, possibility of selfevaluation, the general course efficiency and teachers’ support. The final block of questions refers to the learner’s self-promotion to study more effectively. According to the research results, employment of the e-learning environment, online learning tools and materials as well as online collaboration with the teacher and peers in the blended learning of English provides broad possibilities for the development of learners’ intrinsic motivation.

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