Exploring operant conditioning as a driver of motivation in english language learners.

Abstract

Operant conditioning as a behavioral strategy to improve motivation among English language students is investigated in this study. The research intends to find out how punishments and rewards affect students' performance and participation in English classes. Data were gathered using a qualitative and phenomenological approach by means of semi-structured interviews with knowledgeable English educators from Santa Elena Province. Results showed positive reinforcement Methods including praise, rewards, and recognition greatly boost pupil participation and readiness to learn. Teachers also stressed the need of finding equilibrium between rewards and intrinsic drive to stop external stimuli dependency. Moreover, teachers recommended that when correctly modified to match the age and personality of the students, operant conditioning can promote self-assurance, responsibility, and excitement for English learning. The findings show that operant conditioning can be a useful teaching approach to encourage pupils and change the climate in the classroom. Integrating reinforcement approaches with communicative and interactive activities enhances language acquisition better learning results and boosts pupils' emotional involvement, the study finds.