In recent years traditional, classroom-based language tuition has been increasingly overshadowed by innovative approaches, such as distance learning, supported independent learning and blended learning (with an online component). This timely volume examines the use of language learning strategies i
Language Learning Strategies in Independent Settings
โ Scribed by Stella Hurd (editor); Tim Lewis (editor)
- Publisher
- Multilingual Matters
- Year
- 2008
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 347
- Category
- Library
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โฆ Synopsis
Classroom-based language tuition is often overshadowed by approaches such as distance learning, supported independent learning and blended learning. This book examines language learning strategies in a range of independent settings and addresses key issues for independent learners such as autonomy, strategic awareness and self-regulation.
โฆ Table of Contents
Contents
The Contributors
Introduction
Part 1: Language Learning Strategies: Theory, Research and Practice
Chapter 1: Language Learning Strategies in Independent Language Learning: An Overview
Chapter 2: Individual Variation and Language Learning Strategies
Chapter 3: Hero With a Thousand Faces: Learner Autonomy, Learning Strategies and Learning Tactics in Independent Language Learning
Part 2: Strategies for Skills Development in Independent Language Learning
Chapter 4: Independent Second Language Reading as an Interdependent Process
Chapter 5: Learning Strategies for Listening Comprehension
Chapter 6: Second Language Composition in Independent Settings: Supporting the Writing Process with Cognitive Strategies
Chapter 7: Speaking Strategies for Independent Learning: A Focus on Pragmatic Performance
Chapter 8: Bringing the Learner Back Into the Process: Identifying Learner Strategies for Grammatical Development in Independent Language Learning
Chapter 9: Deliberate and Incidental: Vocabulary Learning Strategies in Independent Second Language Learning
Chapter 10: Strategies for Acquiring Intercultural Competence
Part 3: Strategies for Learner Self-Management
Chapter 11: Learning Logs and Strategy Development for Distance and Other Independent Language Learners
Chapter 12: Affect and Strategy Use in Independent Language Learning
Chapter 13: Collaborative Language Learning Strategies in an Email Tandem Exchange
Chapter 14: Self-correction Strategies in Distance Language Learning
Chapter 15: Strategies for Online Learning Environments
Chapter 16: Integrating Strategy Instruction into Learning Materials
Index
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