In order to prepare for this type of approach, students should realize that
there are many ways to learn a language
• knowing your own language helps in learning another language
• learning methods used in other subjects can be useful in language learning
• you have the ability to learn how to check your own progress and evaluate your learning
Although academics and researchers in the area do not completely agree upon a definition of autonomous learning (sometimes referred to as self-access learning), certain elements are common to all. Overall, the definitions state that the learner:
• take responsibility for his/her own learning
• set goals