LEARNER AUTONOMY AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE LESSON: CONCEPT AND REASON FOR IMPLEMENTING

  • O.A. Chekhratova
Keywords: learner autonomy, life-long learning, competency-based learning, independence, reflection, levels of learner autonomy, self-assessment, self-improvement

Abstract

In the article various definitions of the term “learner autonomy” are analyzed as well as its level and the ways of implementing which are presented in foreign and national pedagogy. It is also mentioned that it is crucial to pay attention to improving learner motivation to studying a foreign language, especially when we talk about the future teachers of a foreign language, as their personal experience will show the effectiveness of using the acquired skills in their job and ensure the successful professional activities

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Published
2017-10-30
Pages
88-91