An analysis of the skills and functions of language learning advisers

This article analyses how the increased importance of self-access centres and independent learning has given rise to a new profession: the language learning adviser. It does this by identifying and examining the distinctive features of advising in relation to teaching and learning, and by comparing...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor: Mozzon-McPherson, Marina
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2000
País:España
Institución:Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Repositorio:Dipòsit Digital de Documents de la UAB
Idioma:inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:ddd.uab.cat:2272
Acceso en línea:https://ddd.uab.cat/record/2272
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Advising
Independent Learning
Learner Autonomy
Learning Support
Self-access
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Sumario:This article analyses how the increased importance of self-access centres and independent learning has given rise to a new profession: the language learning adviser. It does this by identifying and examining the distinctive features of advising in relation to teaching and learning, and by comparing the advising model - used at the University of Hull and adopted by other Higher Education institutions (Project SMILE)1 with the person-centred counselling model. These models utilise dialogue to encourage reflection on learning and understanding of self in relation to language, and to promote self-organised learning (Harri-Augstein & Thomas, 1991). We conclude by highlighting the need for further research and development to ensure the professionalisation of this role.