In this episode, I discuss with Prof. Jean-Marc Dewaele from Birkbeck University in London the concept of “flow” and its role in learning a foreign language. Flow is a mental state of concentration that makes one forget time and gives a positive feeling of accomplishment. We talk about the research on flow and the concept of engagement in language learning. We also talk about other important factors in learning such as anxiety. We describe ways to create a flowing environment in the classroom and we explain how learners from different levels or cultures experience flow.
Rousse-Malpat, A. (Host). (2023, January 30). Le flow dans l’apprentissage des langues étrangères avec Jean-Marc Dewaele [Episode 5]. In Je suis #profdeFLE. University of Groningen. Consulted on [date of consultation], from www.rug.nl/let/jesuisprofdefle