Learning Strategies in Second Language AcquisitionO'Malley and Chamot review the literature on learning strategies, describe and classify learning strategies in second language learning, and discuss why learning is affected in a positive manner when such strategies are used. The authors present instructional models for learning-strategy training that teachers can apply to their own classes. The material is based on current research in second language acquisition and cognitive theory. |
Contents
A cognitive theory of learning | 16 |
How cognitive theory applies to second language acquisition | 56 |
methods and research | 85 |
Strategies used by second language learners | 114 |
Instruction in learning strategies | 151 |
models and materials | 187 |
Summary and conclusions | 214 |
Glossary | 229 |
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Learning Strategies in Second Language Acquisition J. Michael O'Malley,Anna Uhl Chamot Limited preview - 1990 |
Learning Strategies in Second Language Acquisition J. Michael O'Malley,Michael J. O' Malley,Anna Uhl Chamot No preview available - 1990 |
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