THE INTERACTIVE MECHANISM BETWEEN DOPAMINE REINFORCEMENT AND IMMERSIVE LANGUAGE LEARNING WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

Abstract

In the context of globalization, the importance of language learning has become prominent. Traditional language teaching methods have limitations, and immersive language learning has attracted attention. Cognitive psychology offers a perspective for understanding the mechanisms of language learning, and dopamine plays a crucial role in the cognitive process. This article first conducts a literature review, elaborating on the current research status of information processing theory, constructivist theory, the role of dopamine, and immersive language learning. Then, the intrinsic connection between immersive language learning and cognitive psychology is explored. From the perspective of information processing, the immersive environment provides rich and real information and influences each link of information processing. From a constructivist perspective, it provides an ideal place for learners to actively construct and interact with society. Finally, the regulatory role of dopamine in the cognitive process of immersive language learning is discussed, including stimulating learning motivation and enhancing motivation by inducing pleasure and associating reward expectations. It promotes memory consolidation, enhances neural pathway activity to help transform short-term memory into long-term memory, and also participates in regulating the memory retrieval process.