Author: María Fernández-Toro and Francis R Jones

A practical guide to autonomous language learning that can be used directly by learners themselves or by their teachers and advisers. It provides needs analysis for learners and step-by-step techniques for independent use. Teachers will find a wealth of ideas both for strategy training in the classroom and out-of-class supplementary work.

Part 1 provides advice on general approaches and principles of independent learning, and presents a series of questionnaires to help individuals discover their own language-learning profile. Part 2 (cross-referenced to the needs as diagnosed in Part 1) offers guidance and DIY techniques for developing specific language skills and areas – vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, writing, speaking.

The wealth of practical advice for the independent language learner, the coverage of different learning styles and wide range of practical techniques suggested, make this an indispensable handbook both for the individual and for all those supporting or advising independent learners.

Contents

Part 1: Laying the ground
Introduction | You as a learner | Preparing to learn | Getting started | Diagnostic questionnaires

Part 2: DIY Techniques
Vocabulary | Grammar | Reading | Listening | Writing | Speaking

2001 | 144pp | ISBN-13: 978-1-902031-46-0 | ISBN-10: 1-902031-46-6 |

Price: £18.00

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