Vocabulary learning is essential in second language acquisition, since it is a fundamental element of the target language learning. The present research investigates the overall pattern of English incidental vocabulary learning strategies employed by non-English major graduates, the specific strategies used by high-proficiency learners, intermediate and low-proficiency learners, as well as correlation between learning strategies and learning proficiency. The subjects are 150 non-English major graduates from Chongqing University, China. The research instruments are incidental vocabulary learning strategies questionnaire, vocabulary testing, and individual interviews. By using SPSS 13.0 with K-means cluster, Independent samples test and Bivariate correlate, the analyses of the data reveal that high-proficiency learners and lowproficiency learners show significant differences in choosing vocabulary learning strategies in their incidental vocabulary learning. With the increase of vocabulary level, the number of incidental vocabulary strategies used by the subjects also increases gradually. Drawing upon the research, the pedagogical implications of the research are suggested that teachers should encourage them to realize the importance of incidental vocabulary learning and to expand involvement in the learning process. With the findings of different learning strategies employed by high and low proficiency subjects, as well as correlations between learning strategies and their incidental vocabulary learning proficiency, teachers need to make further comparison and help learners discover the most beneficial learning strategies for themselves.
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ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION Importance of Incidental Vocabulary Learning in Second Language Acquisition (SLA) Reasons for the Research Research Questions Precious Researches on Incidental Vocabulary Learning Classification of Vocabulary Learning Strategies RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Subjects Research Methods DATA ANALYSIS AND FINDINGS Data Analysis by SPSS Research Discussions CONCLUSION Conclusions and Implications Limitations and Suggestions for Further Study THE AUTHORS REFERENCES APPENDIX
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3. To host conferences and seminars addressing important issues concerning ELT in Asia.
4. To develop proficiency guidelines and assessment methods designed for the needs of the Asian context.
5. To develop programs for Asian learners and teachers of English to build their English language proficiency and cultural understanding and provide them with the skills required to be efficient English teaching professionals.