Autonomy, agency, and identity in teaching and learning english as a foreign language

(Mark) Feng Teng*

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    Abstract

    This book discusses the importance of autonomy, agency, and identity in teaching and learning English as a foreign language, all of which are central themes in the educational domain. By linking theory with practice to appeal to researchers as well as classroom practitioners, it provides an overview of the theoretical constructs of autonomy, agency, and identity along with empirical studies that explore these constructs through life stories as told by English teachers and students. Key features include: 

    New ideas to inspire professionals involved in foreign language education. 

    Up-to-date information to showcase for English language educators how autonomy, agency, and identity can be conceptualized across various institutional, sociocultural, and political contexts. 

    A concise yet comprehensive review of the theoretical and practical issues characterizing English foreign language education today.

    Original languageEnglish
    PublisherSpringer
    Number of pages132
    Edition1st
    ISBN (Electronic)9789811307287
    ISBN (Print)9789811307270, 9789811344879
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1 Jun 2018

    User-Defined Keywords

    • Foreign Language Education
    • Learner Autonomy
    • Teacher Autonomy
    • Agency
    • Identity
    • Language Teaching
    • English Education

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