Beliefs about Language Learning and Language Learning Strategy Use in an EFL Context in Turkey

Abstract

This study investigated a sample of 218 preparatory class university learners' beliefs about language learning and their use of strategies in the School of Language Preparatory School at Beykent University. Beyond the descriptions about beliefs and strategies, notably, the second objective of the study was to find out the relationship between the learners‟ beliefs about language learning and use of language learning strategies. The study obtained data using quantitative research methods. Pearson r correlation and descriptive analyses were used to analyze the data. Participants reported using metacognitive strategies most. Students had strong motivation and they believed in the importance of learning English and less afraid of speaking English with English speakers. Additionally, the results showed that students believed that repetition and practice in English played important role and English is important to get a better job in the future. The result of the Pearson r correlation revealed language learning strategies were significant correlation with language learning beliefs.

Keywords

• language
• language learning beliefs
• lls
• efl context
• preparatory school