READING MOTIVATION OF INDONESIAN EFL LEARNERS

Abstract

Reading plays an important role in language learning process especially for EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learners. Reading actually is used as the primary channel and major source for L2 input. It is because by reading learners will find many L2 exposures. Since reading is important in L2 language learning process, it needs a booster that can move the learners to read more in English. Motivation plays a role to make learners do an activity that can help them to reach their goal in language learning process. Hence, motivation can be a way that can help the learners in increasing their willingness in English reading. This study aims to know the motivation that plays role within the students in English reading activity. In conducting this study, motivation theory proposed by Deci and Ryan (2000) including intrinsic and extrinsic motivations is applied.