Reviews and Language Teaching Episode 3: Thomas Stringer: A qualitative synthesis of practitioner research of language learner autonomy in Japan

Description

In this episode of the Reviews and Language Teaching podcast host Jing Yun interviews Thomas Stringer. Tom conducted a qualitative synthesis of practitioner research of language learner autonomy in the Japanese context, aiming to understand how English language learner autonomy is conceptualized, operationalized, and evaluated. We discuss several aspects of his research experience including his decision on the topic, reflection of the systematic research process, challenges of the collaborative work with his supervisor, and some useful suggestions for future synthetic studies.

Publications mentioned

• Study protocol: https://idesr.org/article/IDESR000105.