Abstract
This article aims to present a great emphasis on the use of
language learning strategies in English learning contexts for more than
two decades due to increased interest in a learner-centered approach
amongst language educators. It reviews the literature and the importance
of language learning strategy use, as well as the theory of and research
into language learning strategy use.
This review will provide information about the use of language
learning strategies, which will enhance English learning for non-native
learners. Further, the better understanding of language learning strategies
for English teachers can help students to learn more successfully and
develop their learning autonomy.
Keywords: Language learning strategies, English language learning
contexts, Learning autonomy, Individual learner differences
Introduction
Over the last two decades, there has been a prominent shift
within the field of language learning and teaching with greater emphasis
being put on learners and learning rather than on teachers and teaching.
In parallel to this new shift of interest, how learners process new information
and what kinds of strategies they employ to understand, learn or remember
information has been the primary concern of researchers dealing with the
area of foreign language learning (EFL). Research into language learning
strategies began in the 1960s. In most of the research on language
learning strategies, the primary concern has been on “identifying what
good language learners report they do to learn a second or foreign
language, or, in some cases, are observed doing while learning a second