ELLs in Higher Education: Learning Strategy Use and Goal Orientation

This study examined language learning strategy and goal orientation of college-level English Language Learners (ELLs) by using a questionnaire survey. It analyzed the relationship between demographic characteristics further explored correlation use orientation. The results show that non-Asian ELLs had greater performance tendency than Asian ELLs. who bachelor’s degree higher level mastery orientation, as well performance-approach goals those master’s doctoral degree. Female male Mastery is positively related to all types strategy, it possessed beneficial role in use. Effective instructional methods for were provided promote their adopting goals.