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Williams, Veronika.

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An evaluation of a program for intentional learning: A hybrid approach to fostering learner autonomy.

紀錄類型:	書目-電子資源 : Monograph/item
正題名/作者:	An evaluation of a program for intentional learning: A hybrid approach to fostering learner autonomy./
作者:	Williams, Veronika.
出版者:	Ann Arbor : ProQuest Dissertations & Theses, : 2016,
面頁冊數:	202 p.
附註:	Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 77-10(E), Section: A.
Contained By:	Dissertation Abstracts International77-10A(E).
標題:	English as a second language. -
電子資源:	http://pqdd.sinica.edu.tw/twdaoapp/servlet/advanced?query=10111578
ISBN:	9781339747873

An evaluation of a program for intentional learning: A hybrid approach to fostering learner autonomy.
Williams, Veronika.

An evaluation of a program for intentional learning: A hybrid approach to fostering learner autonomy. - Ann Arbor : ProQuest Dissertations & Theses, 2016 - 202 p.

Source: Dissertation Abstracts International, Volume: 77-10(E), Section: A.

Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Arizona, 2016.

This item is not available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses.

The concept of learner autonomy (LA) in second/foreign language education has been the central focus for many researchers (Benson, 2007, 2011, 2013; Holec, 1981; Gu & Nguyen, 2013; Little, 2007, 2009 and others) and has become a part of mainstream practice of language education in some educational contexts; however, there is still a high interest in researching language learner autonomy and ways to foster it. Partially, this renewed interest is due to advances in technology and pedagogy such as self-access centers, distance learning, blended learning and Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) in general and changes in educational policies (Benson 2011, 2013). Modern language learners are exposed to various choices in their language education such as numerous learning modes and a variety of language learning resources. However, this change means that learners must be capable of making informed decisions about their language education and taking some control over it in order to become successful and maximize their learning experience. There are examples of autonomous learning programs which place autonomy at the center, worldwide. Recently, the Center of English as a Second Language (CESL) at the University of Arizona (UA) created and implemented a new educational practice, Program for Intentional Learning (PIL). The goal of this program is to foster LA as well as equip CESL students with knowledge, skills, tools, and resources to be successful in both language learning and their future American college education. PIL is a hybrid program in terms of combining different approaches to fostering LA: resource-based, technology-based, curriculum-based, learner-based, and teacher-based (Benson, 2011).

ISBN: 9781339747873Subjects--Topical Terms:

516208
English as a second language.

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