SWOT Analysis of the English Language Learning Process in Senior Learners

Abstract

We live in a globalised and highly technological world, where the importance of knowing a language is a social need, regardless of the age. Nowadays, senior learners demand educational spaces where they can improve their social and personal development to remain active and integrated in the society. The main objective of this study is to analyse the factors that affect the English language learning process of adult learners. To do that, a SWOT analysis has been carried out. The results point out that despite certain physical and cognitive weaknesses and some language and social threats, this language learning process promotes a huge increase in their intrinsic motivation. They highlight the personal satisfaction as one of the key aspects.