Contents

Abstract

摘要

Chapter One Introduction-1

1.1 The Concept of Autonomous Learning-1

1.1.1 The Definition of Autonomous Learning-1

1.1.2 Classifications of Autonomous Learning-1

1.1.3 Main Factors Affecting Autonomous Learning-2

1.2 Significance of the Study-2

Chapter Two Literature Review-4

2.1 Theoretical Background-4

2.2 Review of the Study of Autonomous Learning-4

2.2.1 Researches Abroad-4

2.2.2 Researches in China-5

Chapter Three Research Methodology-7

3.1 Subjects-7

3.2 Instruments-7

3.3 Data Collection and Analysis-7

Chapter Four Results and Analysis-8

Chapter Five Conclusion-13

5.1 Implications for English Learning-13

5.1.1 Raising Intrinsic Motivations-13

5.1.2 Making Full Use of Self-access Center-13

5.1.3 Encouraging Cooperative Learning-14

5.2 Limitations of This Study-14

References-15

Appendix-16