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英文文摘
前言
声明
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Need for the study
1.2 Overview of the thesis
Chapter 2 Literature Review
2.1 Understanding of learner autonomy
2.2 Key terms of learner autonomy
2.3 Language learning projects
2.4 Learner autonomy and collaboration
2.5 Research on learner autonomy abroad
2.6 Research on learner autonomy in China
2.7 Summary of literature review
Chapter 3 Research methodology
3.1 Participants and setting
3.2 Research questions
3.3 Data collection
3.4 Data analysis
3.5 Trustworthiness
3.6 Ethical consideration
Chapter 4 Results and Discussion
4.1 Control over the listening task
4.1.1 Material selection
4.1.2 Management of time and place
4.1.3 Evaluation method
4.2 Challenges in the learnirg process
4.2.1 Difficulties in news listening comprehension
4.2.2 Strategies to deal with the difficulties
4.3 Evaluation of the self-directed learning
4.3.1 Progress in the listening skills
4.3.2 Learning about language learning
4.3.3 Language learning projects are effective
4.3.4 Writing learning journals is good but hard to keep up
4.4 Group work is helpful
4.4.1 Sharing listening resources
4.4.2 Sharing useful learning strategies
4.4.3 Mutual emotional support
4.4.4 Sustaining motivation
Chapter 5 Conclusion
5.1 Summary of major findings
5.2 Pedagogical implications
5.3 Limitations of the study
5.4 Suggestions for further study
References