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Peer reviewedCarson, Joan G.; Longhini, Ana – Language Learning, 2002
This diary study focuses on the second language learning styles and strategies of the diarist/researcher in a naturalistic setting, utilizing categories from Oxford's (1990) Strategy Inventory for Language Learning and the Style Analysis Survey. Analysis of diary entries indicates that the learners' learning style remained relatively constant…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Foreign Countries, Journal Writing, Language Proficiency
Peer reviewedChapelle, Carol; Roberts, Cheryl – Language Learning, 1986
Reports on a study of the influence of cognitive/affective variables on the second language learning ability of adults. Two variables, field independence and ambiguity tolerance, were found to be significant predictors of English as a second language proficiency for international students studying in the United States. (SED)
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Cognitive Style, English (Second Language), Field Dependence Independence
Peer reviewedJohnson, Janice; Prior, Suzanne; Artuso, Mariangela – Language Learning, 2000
Investigates the hypothesis that a more field-dependent cognitive style may be adaptive for certain components of second language proficiency. Native English speakers or students of English as a Second Language (ESL) completed measures of language proficiency and field dependence-independence (FDI). Native English speakers performed better than…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Style, College Students, English (Second Language)
