Self-directed learning has been viewed as the key to human survival and it has also been set as the ultimate goal of university education (Briggs, 1999; Knowles, 1975). Also in the field of language education, researchers have stated that learner’s self-directed learning ability is the major goal in this field (Holec, 1981). Since language learning strategy is often seen as the tool for learners to exercise self-directed learning, and both language learning strategy and self-directed learning are proven to be significantly related to learner’s learning achievement, the purpose of this study is to understand young adult EFL majors’ selfdirected learning readiness and their language learning strategy use, and further identify the best language learning strategy predictors for selfdirected learning readiness. Findings of this study is hoped to serve as a reference for language educators and learners in cultivating successful self-directed language learners.
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ABSTRACT BACKGROUND REVIEW OF LITERATURE Self-directed Learning Language Learning Strategy THE STUDY Research Purpose Research Questions Methodology FINDING AND DISCUSSION Self-directed Learning Readiness Language Learning Strategy Use Correlation of SDL and LLS Language Learning Strategy used to Predict Self-Directed Learning Readiness CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS THE AUTHOR REFERENCES
The goals of Asia TEFL are to promote scholarship, disseminate information, and facilitate cross-cultural understanding among persons concerned with the teaching and learning of English in Asia. In order to accomplish this, Asia TEFL will pursue the following goals:
1. To link ELT professionals in joint research on issues and concerns regarding English teaching and learning in the Asian context.
2. To publish an academic journal, The Asia TEFL Journal, as an internationally recognized journal in the field of English language teaching.
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.