Integrative motivation in SLA or second language acquisition Integrative Motivation Dörnyei (2005) pointed out that the term ‘integrative motivation’ has often been misunderstood and suggested that this is because the term ‘integrative’ figures in three separate, distinct, but related constructs: ‘integrative orientation’, ‘integrativeness’, and ‘the integrative motive/motivation’. Integrative Motivation can be defined as involving three…
English idioms and expressions on luck and fortune for English students Related Idioms & Expressions on Luck To keep one’s fingers crossed: to wish someone luck It’s an ill wind that blows nobody good: someone who usually benefits from another person’s misfortune – used to say that every problem brings some advantages for somebody else…
English conversation on creativity and innovation for ESL students English Questions on Creativity What are some of the activities or thoughts that may kill your creativity or paralyze it a lot? Name some techniques or activities that can help you to become more innovative and creative. What is the significance of being creative in today’s…
English questions on positive thinking and optimism for ESL students Topic: “What are the building blocks of positive thinking?” Questions on positive thinking and optimism What is meant by positive thinking? Do you think positive thinking is a genetic quality or it could be acquired? What are the main principles of positive thinking? Can you…
English questions on controlling your life for ESL students Topic: “Is your life dissatisfaction due to your current situation or your own weaknesses?” Are you in control of your life or the other way around? How do you manage crises in your life? Do you consider yourself successful in handling the predicaments in your life?…
English questions on Time Management for ESL students 1- Can you be successful in your life these days without managing your time? 2- Is it necessary to write down your daily schedule on a piece of paper? 3- Is it logical to get somebody else to manage your time? 4- How much time should you…
Topic: Which one is more important, talent or perseverance? Essayist: Hajar In fact, the importance of intellectual talent for achievement in all professional domains is well recognized, but other individual differences such as perseverance and self-confidence have a significant impact on predicting success. In my opinion, the achievement of difficult goals requires perseverance and determination…