Examining the Relationship of Motivation, Attitude, Anxiety and Achievement in English Learning among Elementary School Students in Taiwan

Abstract

This study examines the relationship among English learning motivation, attitude, anxiety and achievement of elementary school students in Taiwan. Using a structured questionnaire, data was collected from 269 5th graders from 9 elementary schools in Taoyuan city in Northern Taiwan, and analyzed by Pearson correlation and multiple regressions. The results of path analysis showed a significant relationship between motivation and attitude, and anxiety and achievement, respectively. Finally, instructional implications for improvement of English learning, and teaching and suggestions for future research were highlighted.