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· 2015

The Psychology of the Language Learner Revisited

Zoltán Dörnyei, Stephen Ryan

Short summary

This paper synthesizes decades of research on individual differences in second language acquisition, highlighting key factors like personality, aptitude, motivation, and learning strategies.

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Key points

  • Reviews established and emerging individual differences in second language acquisition.
  • Covers personality, aptitude, motivation, learning styles, and strategies.
  • Synthesizes research from the past several decades.
  • Offers a look back at the field and forward to future research directions.

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Abstract

Preface 1. Introduction: Individual differences - then and now 2. Personality 3. Language Aptitude 4. Motivation 5. Learning Styles and Cognitive Styles 6. Learning Strategies and Self-Regulation 7. Other learner characteristics 8. Conclusion: Looking back and forward

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Field: Language and Linguistics

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