Development of Foreign Language Learning Motivation of University Students in Uzbekistan Through English for Specific Purposes Classes
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: This study examines the effect of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) classes on the motivation and psychological needs of third-year students at Tashkent State Pedagogical University, Uzbekistan. A total of 91 students participated, with motivation assessed using a 20-item scale based on Self-Determination Theory (SDT), which included measures of amotivation, external motivation, identified regulation, and intrinsic motivation. Psychological needs were assessed using a 12-item scale covering autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Pre- and post-tests were conducted to measure changes in motivation and psychological needs following the implementation of 7 ESP lessons. The results revealed that after the intervention, students showed significant improvements in both motivation and psychological needs, with post-test scores showing higher levels than pre-test results. These findings suggest that the ESP material designed for this study positively influenced students' motivation, highlighting the potential of ESP courses to enhance students' engagement and psychological well-being. The study underscores the importance of aligning language instruction with students' specific academic and professional needs to foster motivation and psychological needs and improve learning outcomes.
Author: Daler Kironboevich Sirojov
Institution: Naruto University of Education
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414339454
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