A Critical Look Into Teaching Of Language Learning Strategies, And Their Potentialities For Enhancing Independent Learning

This study investigates the frequency of language learning strategies (LLSs) and the impact of teaching them on foreign language learners’ choices of their strategies. The collected data were analysed qualitatively by the Grounded Theory approach and quantitatively via descriptive statistics, independent-sample-t-test (SPSS). The analysis of the findings shows that the students were 'medium' users of strategies and that teaching them has a significant impact on the LLSs. This study demonstrates that students when engaged in group work and teachers and more able peers offer scaffolding when necessary, progress in the zone of proximal development. Practical recommendations and suggestions are made