Multiculturalism and Motivation on Foreign Language Learning
Multiculturalism and Motivation on Foreign Language Learning

Summary/Abstract: Motivation is the key element of all kinds of educational activities including foreign language learning. Since there are numerous distractions that can affect learners’ motivation in a negative way, the tools to establish and maintain motivation need to be robust. Multiculturalism is the coexistence of a variety of cultures in the same setting. People in general are naturally interested in the topics related to their cultures due to their sense of ownership of the relevant culture. This article discusses a positive correlation between multiculturalism and motivation because cultural items and tools are authentic, colorful, and appealing. Consequently, using cultural differences or similarities are suggested as a way of strengthening learners’ motivation.

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