Dopamine As a Neurotransmitter Dopamine As a Neurotransmitter This neurotransmitter is called the reward hormone It is a neurotransmitter, that is a chemical released by neurons or nerve cells. It is also called the hormone of desire, novelty and motivation because it regulates the level of interest and novelty in your brain. People suffering from…
Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation are two key drivers in second language acquisition. Here’s how they differ for learners: Intrinsic Motivation: Comes from within the learner, fueled by personal enjoyment and interest in the language itself. Examples: Fascination with a new culture, desire to connect with native speakers, love of linguistic challenges. Learners are more likely…
Instrumental motivation in SLA or second language acquisition Instrumental Motivation Instrumental motivation is also a component of Gardner’s socio-educational model; it is important to recognize that it can work in conjunction with, rather than in opposition to, integrative motivation. It refers to the motivation that derives from a perception of the concrete benefits that learning…