The Relationships Among Adult Learners’ L2 Enjoyment, Anxiety, and Boredom and Their Impact on L2 Oral Proficiency

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

Recognizing the emerging research trend that centers on the dynamic interaction among learners’ emotions and L2 learning, this study explores the intricate relationships between learners’ positive (enjoyment) and negative (anxiety and boredom) emotions and their impact on L2 oral proficiency. The research involved 40 college English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students who completed questionnaires assessing their levels of enjoyment, anxiety, and boredom in L2 learning. The participants' oral proficiency was evaluated using Speechace, an AI-based platform employing speech recognition technology for automatic assessment of spoken language. Statistical analyses revealed significant correlations between L2 learning enjoyment (FLE) and boredom (FLB), with boredom emerging as an important predictor for L2 oral proficiency.
The relationships among the variables were validated through path analysis.
This study provides valuable insights into the complex interplay of emotions in L2 learning and their influence on oral proficiency, contributing to a deeper understanding of the dynamics of language acquisition.