Online Chinese Learning: Exploring Effective Language Learning Strategies [Hardcover]

Preface.

Chapter 1. Introduction.

1.1 Chinese language learning around the world.

1.2 Learning chanllenges and this book.

1.3 The Online Chinese Programme and the Research Project.

1.3.1 The online Chinese programme for this research project

1.3.2 Participants.

1.3.3 In-depth individual student studies.

1.3.4 Data collection and research instruments.

1.4 Organisation of the book.

1.5 Audience.

1.6 How this book is different .

Chapter 2. Review of related study fields.

2.1 Online learning and TELL.

2.1.1 Online learning.

2.1.2 TELL.

2.2 Chinese as a particularly difficult language for English speakers to learn.

2.3 LLSs and LLS research.

2.3.1 Definition of LLS.

2.3.2 LLS research.

2.3.3 TELL task types and LLS adoption.

2.3.4 LLS training.

2.4 LLS research in online language learning.

2.4.1 Affective strategies.

2.4.2 Cognitive strategies.

2.4.3 Social strategies.

2.4.4 Memory strategies.

2.4.5 Compensation strategies.

2.4.6 Metacognitive strategies.

2.4.7 LLSs specific to online learning.

2.4.8 Summary of LLS research in online language learning.

2.5 An overview of Chinese LLS research.

2.5.1 LLS adoption in Chinese language learning.

2.5.2 Chinese-character-learning strategy use.

2.5.3 LLS use in Chinese speaking.

2.5.4 LLS use in Chinese essay writing.

2.5.5 Chinese LLS use in TELL.