This episode features Steve Kaufmann, known for his work in language learning, as he shares how he continued learning ...

Language learning motivation encompasses the multifaceted drive that compels individuals to engage with a new language. It is shaped by both intrinsic interests—such as genuine curiosity and ...

We study people’s motivation to learn new languages from the perspective of language mindset theory. Language mindset theory shows that what people believe about aptitude has a role to play in ...

I research language learners’ motivation, using what is known as self-determination theory to measure motivation. This theory proposes that there is a continuum of motivation.

The platform's unique Learn-to-Earn business model offers learners real-life financial incentives for their progress in English language learning. This sets LetMeSpeak apart from other learning ...

For a difficult task like learning a language, decreasing the costs—say, by making the learning easier—may change how motivated a person is to do it. For example, research suggests that learning ...

Intrinsic motivation, the internal drive to engage in activities for their inherent satisfaction, is a fundamental aspect of effective learning. This concept, rooted in the principles of Self ...

According to a survey conducted by the language learning app Memrise, 57 percent of users reported “boost brain health” as a motivation for using the program. But is that really possible?