IS GENDER A DETERMINING FACTOR IN LANGUAGE STRATEGY USE: AN INQUIRY INTO MULTIPLE FACTORS AT PLAY

Exploring Language Learning Strategy Use: The Role of Multiple Intelligences, L2 Proficiency and Gender

Multiple intelligences (MI), second/foreign (L2) proficiency and gender are postulated to contribute to language learning strategies (LLS). This study, first, examined whether there was any relationship between Iranian EFL learners’ LLS, on the one hand, and their MI, L2 proficiency, on the other hand. In so doing, it explored the relationship of the overall L2 strategy as well as individual st...

exploring language learning strategy use: the role of multiple intelligences, l2 proficiency and gender

multiple intelligences (mi), second/foreign (l2) proficiency and gender are postulated to contribute to language learning strategies (lls). this study, first, examined whether there was any relationship between iranian efl learners’ lls, on the one hand, and their mi, l2 proficiency, on the other hand. in so doing, it explored the relationship of the overall l2 strategy as well as individual st...

the effects of integrative vs. instrumental motivation, learning strategy use and gender on iranian efl learners’ language proficiency

this study was carried out to investigate the effects of integrative vs. instrumental motivation, learning strategy use and gender on iranian efl learners. to this end, 120 efl learners both male and female majoring in english language and literature at shiraz university participated in the study. in order to conduct this study three instruments were used: oxford quick placement test, motivatio...

Towards an Inquiry-Based Language Learning: Can a Wiki Help?

Wiki use may help EFL instructors to create an effective learning environment for inquiry-based language teaching and learning. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of wikis on the EFL learners’ IBL process. Forty-nine EFL students participated in the study while they conducted research projects in English. The Non-wiki group (n = 25) received traditional inquiry instr...

Revisiting Quotes from Educational Perspective: An Inquiry into the Multifarious Applications of Grand Quotes in English Language Pedagogy