O'Malley and Chamot review the literature on learning strategies, describe and classify learning strategies in second language learning, and discuss why learning is affected in a positive manner when such strategies are used. The authors present instructional models for learning-strategy training that teachers can apply to their own classes. The material is based on current research in second language acquisition and cognitive theory.
Series editors' preface; Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. A cognitive theory of learning; 3. How cognitive theory applies to second language acquisition; 4. Learning strategies: methods and research; 5. Strategies used by second language learners; 6. Instruction in learning strategies; 7. Learning strategies: models and materials; 8. Summary and conclusions; Glossary; References; Author index; Subject index.
