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1. Introduction
In recent years， much attention has been paid to the learners. There is no surprise that attention span is a significant factor， which could influence the learning effect of students. It has become a meaningful object of study in ESL （English as a second language） class. Admittedly， attention span may affect students in gaining knowledge effectively and teachers to complete tasks. The aim of this paper is therefore to explore ways to improve attention span of adults in the ESL class. The motivation of learners is flexible factors that could be improved in order to hold attention span and avoid distraction of students.
Initially， this paper will provide an overview of attention span and its concept and form， followed by an analysis of determinants affected attention span. Furthermore， according to the determinants， several exploratory methods will be provided to improve attention span.
2. The concept of attention span
Educators believe that the notion of attention span has often been seen as mystery， although the definition of attention span and attention deficits has to be developed by teachers and clinicians （Binder et al. 1990）. Attention span has been defined as an obligation of students （Ferritor， Buckholdt， Hamblin，
In recent years， much attention has been paid to the learners. There is no surprise that attention span is a significant factor， which could influence the learning effect of students. It has become a meaningful object of study in ESL （English as a second language） class. Admittedly， attention span may affect students in gaining knowledge effectively and teachers to complete tasks. The aim of this paper is therefore to explore ways to improve attention span of adults in the ESL class. The motivation of learners is flexible factors that could be improved in order to hold attention span and avoid distraction of students.
Initially， this paper will provide an overview of attention span and its concept and form， followed by an analysis of determinants affected attention span. Furthermore， according to the determinants， several exploratory methods will be provided to improve attention span.
2. The concept of attention span
Educators believe that the notion of attention span has often been seen as mystery， although the definition of attention span and attention deficits has to be developed by teachers and clinicians （Binder et al. 1990）. Attention span has been defined as an obligation of students （Ferritor， Buckholdt， Hamblin，