FOSTERING LEARNER AUTONOMY IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSROOM
Ключевые слова:
learner autonomy, English language teaching, self-directed learning, student-centred learning, language learning strategies, motivation, independent learningАннотация
Learner autonomy is an essential component of modern English language teaching that emphasises students’ active involvement and responsibility in their own learning process. As education shifts toward more learner-centred paradigms, fostering autonomy has become a key goal for language teachers aiming to cultivate lifelong learning habits and critical thinking skills. This article explores the definition and significance of learner autonomy, outlines its benefits, and offers practical strategies for promoting it in the English classroom. The challenges in encouraging autonomous learning are also addressed, along with suggestions for gradual implementation. The article concludes that promoting learner autonomy leads to more engaged, self-directed learners capable of managing their language development both inside and outside the classroom.
