Language learning strategies (SILL) for foreign langauge learners: A sample from Gagavuzia

Abstract

Learning strategies and their usage arebrought under notice when studying about learners who study English as a Foreign Language (EFL). The learning strategies have been investigated for more than 35 years using various elicitation tools and methods. The objective of this study is to identify the learning practices of students who are learning their second languages at Foreign languages and Culture Faculty in State University in Gagavuzia in the academic year 2019-2020 concerning the use of learning strategy inventory.The survey plays a significant role in helping educators to check the learners' awareness of the subject under discussion. A quantitative study was conducted at Foreign languages Department in Komrat State University in Gagavuzia in the academic year 2019- 2020 to examine and weigh the use of Strategy Inventory for Language Learning,(Oxford;1990). 581(182 female 399 male) students answered the questionnaire. After the questionnaire was completed, the common strategies of the group were identified as male and female under analysing gender. From the results of the study, it is clear that the foreign language learners both male and female, heavily rely on the learning strategies to boost their memory and mastery of vocabularies. However, the degree of use of the strategies significantly differs. The participants' attitudes towards the use of SILL learning strategies also vary based on the learning environment that they are exposed to. As such, SL educators should try to create a positive learning environment, especially for SL students, to enhance their learning capacities.