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This study investigates the influence of artistic learning spaces on the motivation of Business English students at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH). A total of 65 undergraduate students participated in an online survey that examined their perceptions of key aesthetic elements, including spatial design, natural greenery, flexible furniture, harmonious color schemes, and ambient sound, as well as the overall impact of these factors on their learning motivation. The survey instrument was adapted from prior research by Shitao Jin (2022) and Bin Dayel et al. (2018), and was modified to reflect the distinct characteristics of the art-integrated educational environment at UEH. Data were collected via Google Forms and analyzed using SPSS (Version 26).
Findings reveal that students hold highly positive attitudes toward art-enhanced learning environments. Participants reported that such spaces significantly reduced stress, enhanced comfort, and contributed to a heightened sense of creativity, motivation, and academic engagement. Furthermore, the results underscore the role of artistic elements in fostering extrinsic motivation, as evidenced by students’ perceptions of improved concentration and academic performance in aesthetically enriched settings. These outcomes suggest that integrating artistic features into university learning environments not only supports students’ emotional well-being but also positively influences their academic outcomes and overall engagement.
Biography
Thang Ho currently works at the School of Foreign Languages, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City. Thang does research in TELL, CALL, MALL applications in language teaching, intercultural competence, self-organized learning environments, AI and digital resources.
Tuyet Le Vuong Ngoc is an undergraduate student majoring in Business English at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), Vietnam. Her academic interests include learner motivation, educational psychology, and the integration of aesthetic and environmental factors into English language learning. She has actively participated in research projects related to student engagement and innovative learning environments.