Teaching and researching autonomy in language learning

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Teaching and researching autonomy in language learning

Phil Benson

(Applied linguistics in action)

Longman : Pearson Education, c2001

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 236-253) and index

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Appropriate for third year and above students, lecturers and researchers in applied linguistics. Also of interest to language teachers and researchers involved in autonomous learning, self-access, and learner training, and the TESOL market in general. This book is the first to offer a comprehensive account of autonomy in language learning and the educational practices associated with the concept. It details the history and sources of the concept of autonomy, discusses areas of debate concerning its definition and reviews research on theoretical and practical applications.

Table of Contents

SECTION 1: WHAT IS AUTONOMY 1. The History of Autonomy in Language Learning 2. Autonomy Beyond the Field of Language Education 3. Defining and Describing Autonomy 4.Control as a Natural Attribute of Learning 5. Levels of Control 6. Conclusion SECTION 2: AUTONOMY IN PRACTICE 7. Fostering Autonomy 8. Resource-Based Learning 9. Technology-Based Approaches 10. Learner-Based approaches 11. Classroom-Based Approaches 12. Curriculum-Based Approaches 13. Teacher-Based Approaches 14. Conclusion SECTION 3: RESEARCHING AUTONOMY 15. Research Methods and Key Areas of Research 16. Case Studies 17. Conclusion SECTION 4: RESOURCES FOR TEACHING AND RESARCH 18. Resources for Research and Practice References Index

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