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Independent Learning
A worksheet to start you thinking about your views on Independent Learning.

Learner Types and Independent Learning
A well-staged and clear introduction into learner types and the emerging importance of independent learning and associated strategies.

 

 

 

 


Learner Autonomy, Self-Access & the Web
A difficult article to read, but it has links to some of the best free authorware for teachers.

The Virtual Independent Learning Centre
An interesting site with good language learning resources based on web materials and a useful professional development link as well.

Autonomy & Independence in language learning
An excellent site from Phil Benson at the University of Hong Hong. Good defenition of autonomy, useful links and practices what it preaches.

TESOLArabia's Learner Independence SIG page
A very complete page with loads of links and a very active discussion group involving teachers from as far afield as New Zealand. Well worth the visit.