Linking mindsets to emotions in foreign language learning: A study integrating situated expectancy-value and control-value theories across proficiency levels | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Linking mindsets to emotions in foreign language learning: A study integrating situated expectancy-value and control-value theories across proficiency levels
Key Points
Emotions significantly correlate with mindsets in foreign language learning, influencing overall achievement levels.
Students with higher proficiency levels displayed stronger connections between their mindsets and emotional responses to learning.
Observational analysis combining expectancy-value and control-value theories across various language proficiency levels was conducted.
Findings imply that understanding these connections can enhance motivation strategies in language education.