چکیده مقاله
This study investigates the impact of Emotional Intelligence EI on second language acquisition SLA among Iranian adult learners, focusing on language proficiency and retention over a 12 month period A sample of 120 beginners in English participated in a repeated measures design, with assessments conducted at pre test, post test, and follow up stages The study employed vocabulary, grammar, and speaking skills tests, alongside EI measurement via the EQ i 2 0, motivation via the Language Learning Orientations Scale LLOS , and anxiety via the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale FLCAS Results reveal significant improvements in language proficiency vocabulary, grammar, and speaking immediately after the intervention, with notable retention at follow up EI was positively correlated with increased motivation and reduced anxiety, both of which mediated the relationship between EI and language proficiency Repeated measures analyses indicated moderate to large effect sizes partial η² ranging from 0 13 to 0 16 , underscoring EI’s substantial role in enhancing language learning outcomes These findings suggest that integrating EI training into language learning programs could enhance learner motivation and mitigate anxiety, thereby improving language acquisition and retention
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نویسندگان
Javad Belali
English Department, Ilam University
Nasser Oroujlou
English Department, Payame Nour University
شیوه ارجاع
Belali, Javad and Oroujlou, Nasser,1404,The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Second Language Acquisition: A Longitudinal Study on Language Proficiency, Retention and Cultural Adaptation,22nd International Conference on Language , Literature , Culture and History Studies,Tehran
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