Description

Language Learning Strategies and Individual Learner Characteristics explores how personal traits and learning strategies impact the process of acquiring a new language. The book emphasizes the significant role that individual differences—such as age, motivation, cognitive style, personality, and learning preferences—play in determining the effectiveness of language learning. It examines a range of language learning strategies, both cognitive (e.g., memorization, reasoning) and metacognitive (e.g., planning, monitoring), and how they align with learners' characteristics. By analyzing these factors, the book offers insights into how teachers can tailor their methods to suit the diverse needs of learners, helping to maximize success. The text highlights the importance of fostering learner autonomy and self-regulation, encouraging students to become more aware of their own learning styles and preferences. With a combination of theory, research, and practical suggestions, this book is a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and students aiming to understand and optimize language learning.