The concept of human intelligence as a monolithic phenomenon
was replaced in the last part of the previous century by the theory of multiple
intelligences. Intelligence(s) and motivation are inseparable aspects of
learning something new. In the absence of the former, learning does not proceed
beyond the level of bits and pieces of information, nor do those fragments get
assimilated into knowledge. This is the case with the process of learning. Lack
of motivation, perhaps, gets reflected more in the product, namely, the
learning outcomes. This paper is an inquiry into the possibility of getting
motivation from one field of learning, such as art or kinesthesis, into another
desirable one, namely, studies. If a child displays intelligence in one field,
it presupposes the presence of self-motivation behind that display. If part of
that self-motivation can be manoeuvred skilfully into the desired area, the
learning outcome is likely to be enhanced. The paper presents this argument
against the backdrop of learning and teaching English as a second language.
Author(s) Details
P Bhaskaran Nair
Formerly of Pondicherry Central University, India.
Please see the link:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/lleru/v10/6564
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