Factors that Affect Learning

 Factors that Affect Learning

 the teacher

 the environment

 previous learning experience

 aptitude

 materials / lessons

 technology

 lifestyle

 feedback / encouragement

 learning styles

 motivation (intrinsic / extrinsic / instrumental / integrative)

Intrinsic motivation refers to motivation that is driven by an interest or 

enjoyment in the task itself, and exists within the individual rather than 

relying on external pressures or a desire for reward

Extrinsic motivation refers to the performance of an activity in order to 

attain an outcome, whether or not that activity is also intrinsically 

motivated. Extrinsic motivation comes from outside of the individual

Learners who are integratively motivated want to learn the language 

because they want to get to know the people who speak that 

language. They are also interested in the culture associated with that 

language.

Learners with an instrumental motivation want to learn a language 

because of a practical reason such as getting a salary bonus, getting 

into college, or siting a language exam.