Metacognitive language-learning strategy and language-learning style: A study of English L2 learners at a vocational education institute in Hong Kong - Softcover

Wu

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3639115341 ISBN 13: 9783639115345

Publisher: VDM Verlag Dr. Müller, 2009

Synopsis

This study identifies the relationship between preferred MCLLSs and language-learning styles (LLSYs) and their patterns of use amongst a selected group of learners at a vocational education institute in Hong Kong. The quantitative data reveal a medium to high use of MCLLSs among learners and a prevalence of multiple major preferences. The qualitative data show the reasons for using and not using particular MCLLSs, the reasons for preferring and not preferring particular LLSYs, situations and language tasks in which MCLLSs were selectively used and in which particular LLSYs were favoured. Despite the existence of the discrepancies between the quantitative and qualitative data, the findings from the two data sources were consistent in showing that there were no differences in the MCLLS use of learners with each of the six major style preferences. The target groups for this book include practitioners, students, teacher trainees, researchers and policy makers in TESOL or related field.

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About the Author

Manfred M.F. Wu, EdD: Studied TESOL at University of Leicester. Lecturer at Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Haking Wong).

Edition details

• Publisher: VDM Verlag Dr. Müller
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3639115341
• ISBN 13: 9783639115345
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208