learning motivation

This study aims to analyze students' perceptions of English teachers' communication styles and their impact on students' learning motivation. This research used a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data were collected through observation and in-depth interviews with 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Kerinci. The results of the study indicate that effective teacher communication styles, such as Equalitarian communication style can increase student motivation to learn. However, a Dynamic communication might motivate some students but not others.