Language learner autonomy : theory, practice and research / David Little, Leni Dam and Lienhard Legenhausen.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 248-259) and index.

Preface -- Introduction -- The autonomy classroom in practice: an example from lower secondary education. Using the target language: spontaneity, identity, authenticity -- Interaction and collaboration: the dialogic construction of knowledge -- Letting go and taking hold: giving control to the learners -- Evaluation: the hinge on which learner autonomy turns -- Language learner autonomy: evidence of success. Exploring learning outcomes: some research findings -- Language learner autonomy and inclusion: two case studies -- The linguistic, social and educational inclusion of immigrants: a new challenge for language learner autonomy -- Teacher education for language learner autonomy: some reflections and proposals -- Conclusion -- Points for reflection, discussion and future action.