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The Challenge of Measuring Language Learning Strategies
Author(s) -
Woodrow Lindy
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
foreign language annals
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.258
H-Index - 49
eISSN - 1944-9720
pISSN - 0015-718X
DOI - 10.1111/j.1944-9720.2005.tb02456.x
Subject(s) - extant taxon , situated , predictability , language learning strategies , likert scale , taxonomy (biology) , psychology , language assessment , relation (database) , linguistics , mathematics education , computer science , artificial intelligence , metacognition , cognition , developmental psychology , philosophy , physics , quantum mechanics , evolutionary biology , neuroscience , biology , botany , database
This article discusses the usefulness of using generic strategy inventories to assess language learning strategies (LLSs) across contexts. A review of the LLS research is presented with a critique of extant studies in relation to classification of strategies, methodological issues, and the predictability of language performance. The present research project aimed to measure LLSs, provide evidence for a taxonomy of LLS, and investigate the relationship between LLS and English language performance. The article concludes that studies employing LLS scales that use a standard Likert‐type scale are not appropriate because of the wide range of possible contextual influences, such as cultural and educational background. The article suggests a more situated approach utilizing in‐depth qualitative methods would be more appropriate in assessing LLS use.