Autonomy in Language Learning
Opening a Can of Worms
Carol J. Everhard, Jo Mynard, Richard Smith
Autonomy in Language Learning
Opening a Can of Worms
Carol J. Everhard, Jo Mynard, Richard Smith
About This Book
?This volume contains a collection of articles which were originally published between 2006 and 2010 in the IATEFL Learner Autonomy SIG ’s newsletter Independence. All of the articles were written in connection with a project which likened exploring the multifaceted concept of learner autonomy to opening a metaphorical “can of worms”. Ten “worms” were released into the academic community, resulting in a series of short articles.The following areas are explored in this collection: Assessment, Classroom research, Counselling / advising, Culture, Learner training, Motivation, Self-access, Teacher autonomy, Teacher education, and Technology. 50 authors contributed to the book and the result is a highly original and, at times, humorous take on aspects of learner autonomy. Despite the light-hearted approach, the contributions are grounded in research and practice and come from a range of countries and contexts, making this an essential resource for anyone interested in the field of language learner autonomy.
?
The book was originally published as an ebook in 2011 by IATEFL. It has now been republished as an ebook and paperback book in the Autonomous Language Learning Series series.