MAINTAINING MOTIVATION WHILE TEACHING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE IN A MIXED ABILITY CLASS

Abstract

The article studies a current issue of maintaining a high level of students’ motivation when teaching a foreign language in a non-linguistic university. The article studies theoretical aspects related to the formation of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation among students. The paper also analyses factors that may promote or, on the contrary, prevent learners from forming sustainable learning involvement and achieving academic success. The main part of the study reflects the generalized practical experience of applying a differentiated approach to motivating students with high and low levels of knowledge. Techniques that facilitate maintenance of high motivation within a mixed-ability group are compared separately. The research materials allow to conclude that a teacher can effectively motivate students with various levels of language proficiency, relying on a deeper understanding of the underlying motives and implementing the proposed recommendations.