BIO

Hello, my name is Richard Hilpert and I was born in Potsdam, Germany, When I was 9 years old my parents and I moved to the United States. My research interests include neuroplasticity, anxiety, drug addiction, and many more. My goal is to graduate with my bachelor's degree from FSU in three years and possibly pursue a master's program here and complete that in 1-1 1/2 years. Then I want to get my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and one day open my own practice whilst also teaching a few classes somewhere at a local college.

Growth Mindsets and Emotions in SLA: A Literature Review

Abstract

When learning a new language, many factors can interplay within the acquisition of this new language. Such factors include socioeconomic background or environment, age, personal history, previously known languages, and mindset. Through second language acquisition (SLA), these factors can serve as possible hindrances or advantages for these language learners. In this study, researchers utilized forty-nine peer-reviewed articles; topics included foreign language speaking anxiety, self-esteem self-confidence, second language (L2) speaking confidence, and language mindsets. From the meta-analysis of literature regarding how various factors can affect language learning, it can be predicted that interventions that positively affect individuals' growth mindsets will have beneficial effects on their speaking performance overall through increased self-confidence, an increase in positive emotions, and a decrease in negative ones such as speaking anxiety.

Keywords: Mindset, SLA, Language