Virtual context in English language learning and its motivation in high school students

Mario L.-D.C.K.; Lucy J.-C.D.; Yoni M.-S.; Susana A.-P.; Antonia G.-C.; Lizbeth S.-A.M.; Alfredo G.-T.A. · RISTI - Revista Iberica de Sistemas e Tecnologias de Informacao (2024)

Resumen

The main objective of this study is to investigate the correlation between motivation and English language proficiency among secondary level students at a state educational institution. Therefore, the selection of a fundamental research approach, in conjunction with a non-experimental design, was determined based on the study findings. This combination will facilitate the acquisition of comprehensive and strategic data, as well as enable the examination of transactional correlations. The study sample comprised the entire student population, encompassing students from all grades of a secondary school inside an educational institution, totaling 53 participants. Data on the variable of motivation was collected through the utilization of a questionnaire as the primary instrument. Consequently, the findings reveal that extrinsic motivation reached a percentage of 62.26%, while intrinsic motivation amounted to 58.49%. Additionally, concerning English language proficiency, an average of 67.92% was achieved in the category of ‘attained achievement.’ The primary focus of this study centers around the noteworthy discovery of a p-value of 0.000016, signifying a significant and positive relationship (Rho=0.555) between the two variables. In addition, interested stakeholders are encouraged to carry out related research to contribute to improving the quality of education at regional and national level, especially with regard to the teaching of foreign languages, specifically English.

Instituciones: Universidad Privada de Tacna