Self-directed Vocabulary Learning (SDVL)There is a growing number of body research on the topic of self-directed learning, particular in the field of language teaching and learning. The construct self-directed vocabulary learning has been define in different ways; Griffiths (2001) mentions that Vocabulary self-Directed Learning has to do with learners’ own initiative and their ability to structure and manage their own learning (54). Likewise, Li (2005) suggest that SDL must be related to the students’ need, interest and psychological characteristics. Nimer (2007) states that when referring to SDL “students should be involved in decides on what to learn and learn: the topics and how long to devote to each topic, the learning method or methods to be used and the techniques, materials and resources which contribute to learning. (p. 146).Self-Directed Vocabulary collection strategy (VSC)The self-
Since the main purpose of this research is to describe the impact of the self-Collection -Strategy in enhancing self-directed English vocabulary learning in EFL students, this literature review examine the main constructs considered for this study, as well as the research studies carried out related to each one of them. The constructs considered are … Read more