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Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023)
The International "Journal of Academic Research for Humanities"

Research Articles

Identifying Language Learning Strategies Used by ESL Learners : at the graduate level

Published 10-04-2023

  • Syed Khuram Shahzad Khuram
    • ,
  • Dr Samina Sarwat
    • ,
  • Mahwish Jabeen,

Syed Khuram Shahzad Khuram
University of Sindh, Jamshoro

Dr Samina Sarwat
HoD, Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences, KFUEIT, Rahimyar Khan

Mahwish Jabeen,
M Phil in English, KFUEIT, Rahimyar Khan

Abstract

  This research aims to identify the language learning strategies used by ESL learners. The results of the study can help language teachers to promote teaching and learning skills. This study focuses on the identification of English language learning strategies used by BS students from four departments at KFUEIT district Rahim Yar Khan. Quantitative research design is applied with descriptive analysis. The researcher has selected the research topic “Identifying Language Learning Strategies Used by ESL Learners at Graduate Level” to recognize LLS and they are shown to be engaged in those activities that bring out self-confident and successful learners. The researcher has analyzed the relationship between six independent variables and learning strategies used and has found out the frequency of whether the participants are low, medium, or high strategy users. This research is according to the needs of the students and the students who have less ability to use LLS have been guided. In this research, students from all departments showed interest in “Meta-cognitive, Affective, Social, and Cognitive” strategies. Overall, the findings of this study showed that learning strategies supported learners more in their language learning.

Keywords

ESL Learners, , English as a Second Language (ESL), , Language Learning Strategies (LLSs), Variables.

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