Case Studies On Autonomous Learning In College English Teaching

With the current English teaching situation of computer-assisted network classes in Guangxi University, and with the autonomous learning situation as a carrier, the aim of the thesis is to conduct some case studies under the help of qualitative method and quantitative method. Based on the results of the study, the purpose of the thesis is to figure out the elements influencing the autonomy and to analyze the situation of learner autonomy in Guangxi University. By focusing on the learner-centered classroom teaching model, the thesis points out that by taking advantage of the multi-media facilities and the internet, and by using task-based language teaching approach in computer-assisted network classrooms, good results in learner autonomy will be achieved. However, teachers should also work out some ways to prevent students from doing irrelevant things in network classrooms.The author puts forward four effective ways to improve the learner autonomy: First, to improve the learner autonomy with the help of multi-media facilities and the internet; Secondly, task-based language teaching approach plays a very important role in designing the tasks for learners in a student-centered classroom; furthermore, in the ordinary classroom, teachers should motivate the learners through interesting and challenging task in and after class; finally, choosing appropriate teaching materials which focus on the authenticity and variety is also an important factor to improve the learner autonomy.