Behaviorism as External Stimuli: Improving Student Extrinsic Motivation through Behavioral Responses in Algerian College Education

Abstract

The dismissal of various impediments an individual may face in life can be related to improving understanding and appreciation of human behavior. In a language learning class, this can occur through studying behavior through psychology of learning within situational interactions and external environment. This can help learners change their behavior as a result of a particular experience and typically leads to learning. Essentially, there are plenty of theories which can lead to achieving this continuous process of learning. In this vein, it is argued that Behaviorism is implemented in Language teaching and learning classrooms through which learning can occur when independent knowledge is acquired through changes in behavior and stimulus and response relationship. The target study was intended to examine the extent to which behaviorism is goal directed in improving learner's motivation and strengthening learning achievement in class. In order to reach this aim and affirm the hypothesis of the study, a survey has been administered to three teachers of English at Laghouat Higher College to obtain mixed data of both qualitative and quantitative nature.