Language Learning Strategies in Foreign Language Learning and Teaching
88 Citations•2003•
Shen Hou-kun
Journal of Heze Teachers College
The background of language learning strategies is summarized, the concept of a language learning strategy is defined, and the taxonomy of languagelearning strategies proposed by several researchers are outlined.
Abstract
This paper aims at emphasizing the importance of language learning strategies in foreign language learning and teaching. It summarizes the background of language learning strategies, defines the concept of a language learning strategy, and outlines the taxonomy of language learning strategies proposed by several researchers. It also takes into account the teacher' s role in strategy training and poses questions for further research on language learning strategies.