Viviane Gontijo studies the effect of lowering anxiety levels on oral language production
Self-enhancement would probably facilitate language learning while self-derogation would impair progress.
Among all the negative emotions, anxiety is considered “the most pervasively affective factor that obstructs the learning process” (Arnold, 1999, p.8). It is often linked to self-doubt, frustration, apprehension and tension (Horwitz et al., 1986). Despite its importance, researchers have yet to fully understand the relationship between communication skills and language anxiety. It is widely accepted that the language ego appears more vulnerable where oral skills are concerned. The development of oral skill is very challenging because of its potentially negative effect on the learners’ self-image (Horwitz, 1990).
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