Reasons behind English Language Learner Motivation at the University of Sindh

Intrinsic or Extrinsic motivation

Abstract

This paper discusses the reasons behind L2 motivation of the students of International Relations and Physics departments at the University of Sindh. The methodology used for this study is Mixed-method; using both questionnaires and interviews to complement each other. The research focuses intrinsic and extrinsic dichotomy of motivation (discussed in literature review section). The research  proves the choice of this dichotomy useful. It is found that the learners in the target situation are more extrinsically motivated. The paper considers the effectiveness of each of these motivations- intrinsic and extrinsic in L2 learning. It also argues on the efficiency and use of each of the mentioned orientations of motivation in the target situation. The study recommends further research on motivational issues in the
target situation.