The stamp of approval: motivating students towards independent learning

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In 2006, the Toyo Gakuen University (Togaku) English Education Development Center (EEDC) established an English Lounge in order to encourage students to study English outside class, provide access to online learning resources, and create opportunities for social interaction in English. In short, the aim of the lounge was to promote learner autonomy. However, this facility remained underused, and few students engaged in independent English study outside of class time. A Stamp Card system was designed for the 2009 school year promoting autonomous learning and trialed by one teacher with a single class. Based on the outcomes of this project and discussion with other EEDC instructors, the cards were revised for the 2010 year. The system was implemented by several EEDC teachers in a collaborative attempt to increase learner autonomy and lounge attendance. This paper evaluates the first semester of using the cards in a coordinated manner, examining teacher reflections on how the cards were used in classes, usage data, and student feedback gleaned from an end-of-term questionnaire. It also discusses ideas for future improvement.

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