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The teaching and learning of a second language can be a complex process that is influenced by many different factors among which it is worth mentioning the degree of motivation of the students, their personal interests both present and future, personal or professional; the quality and usefulness of materials or textbooks used in order to teach the language; the students’ own personalities; and the relationships and interactions inside the class, not only among students but also with the teacher. However, combining all these factors at the same time proves to be a complex endeavor as textbooks, often considered a staple for language instruction, encounter limitations in effectively addressing this intricate web of considerations. These limitations, characterized by a constrained repertoire of topics and a format that might not resonate with students' specific needs and inclinations, can potentially dilute the level of intrinsic motivation among students. The present paper seeks to undertake a thorough exploration of the motivation concept and its interplay within the realm of second language acquisition and pedagogy. It aims to dissect the notable impact of instructional materials and textbooks on motivation. In tandem, an investigation will delve into the insights provided by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages pertaining to the utility of educational resources for second language teaching. Subsequently, a comprehensive assessment will be conducted to juxtapose the topic prevalent in B2 English textbooks with the findings obtained from a survey targeting B2-level English as a second language students. The objective is to discern the extent to which commercial textbooks effectively cater to the needs, interests, and expectations of this specific student population. The final section will discuss the use of Open Educational Resources as a feasible way for both students and teachers to find and use materials that can fulfil their needs and be more motivating.
La enseñanza y el aprendizaje de un segundo idioma pueden ser un proceso complejo que se ve influenciado por diversos factores, entre los cuales vale la pena mencionar el grado de motivación de los estudiantes, sus intereses personales presentes y futuros, personales o profesionales; la calidad y utilidad de los materiales o libros de texto utilizados para enseñar el idioma; las personalidades de los propios estudiantes; y las relaciones e interacciones dentro del aula, no solo entre estudiantes, sino también con el profesor. Sin embargo, combinar todos estos factores al mismo tiempo demuestra ser un esfuerzo complejo, ya que los libros de texto, a menudo considerados como un elemento fundamental para la enseñanza de idiomas, encuentran limitaciones para abordar de manera efectiva esta intrincada red de consideraciones. Estas limitaciones, caracterizadas por un repertorio limitado de temas y un formato que quizás no resuene con las necesidades e intereses específic
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Research has indicated that questioning is used as an interactive way to engage students in learning English as a foreign or second language. In particular, rooted in Socratic philosophy, this strategy involves students in thinking and communicating ideas and knowledge to others for effective learning. However, teacher questioning in English classroom context in higher education in Viet Nam has not received much attention. Moreover, classroom questioning and teachers’ perceptions of this instructional practice facilitating students’ critical thinking in English major classes remained scarce. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effects of questioning as pre-reading activity on students’ critical thinking in EFL reading classes. The participants in this study were 80 grade 12 students of the two classes at a high school, in Kien Giang province. Data collection in this study includes pre-tests, post-tests, questionnaires, and interviews. The findings from this study indicate that the implementation of questioning as a pre-reading activity by students in the experimental group yielded positive effects on students’ critical thinking in reading classes. Pedagogical implications for teachers and school administrators are made.
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