FACTORS AFFECTING LEARNERS' MOTIVATIOAL LEVEL TO LEARN ENGLISH IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES OF PAKISTAN

Abstract

Motivation is considered an essential facet of the learning process. Motivation makes it easy to achieve the target goals in the learning process. The present study is conducted to highlight the factors that affect the motivational level of the learners in learning English in private universities in Pakistan. The factors that affect the motivational level are integrativeness, instrumental (promotion, prevention), English anxiety, travel orientation, the influence of family and teachers. Quantitative methods are adopted for this study. Quantitative data are collected through a structured questionnaire non -random convenience sampling is adopted to collect quantitative data from approx. Fifty students from two different universities are selected. The results indicate that there is a positive change in student motivational levels. The results also indicate that the factors mentioned above affect learners' motivation. This study is helpful for both students and teachers in solving the motivational problems in learning English as a second language.