English Language Learning Strategy Inventory
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What does the writer do when they encounter unfamiliar English words?

  • They look up every new word in a dictionary.
  • They skip over the word and continue reading.
  • They make guesses about the word's meaning. (correct)
  • They ask an English speaker to explain the word.

    • How does the writer deal with not knowing a word during a conversation?

  • They use gestures to convey their intended meaning. (correct)
  • They ask the other person to define the word.
  • They change the subject to avoid using the unknown word.
  • They stop the conversation to look up the word.

    • What does the writer do to improve their English skills?

  • They focus on reading English, but not speaking.
  • They try to find as few ways as possible to use their English.
  • They try to find as many ways as possible to use their English. (correct)
  • They only practice writing in English, not speaking or reading.

    • What does the writer do to overcome their fears when speaking English?

    <p>They try to relax and encourage themselves to speak English.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the writer approach listening to English speakers?

    <p>They pay attention and try to summarize what they heard.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the writer do when they don't understand something in English?

    <p>They ask the speaker to slow down or repeat themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the student choose to indicate a statement is rarely true of them?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the SILL Inventory?

    <p>To identify language learning strategies used by students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following strategies is NOT mentioned in Part A of the SILL Inventory?

    <p>Using a dictionary to look up unfamiliar words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Part B of the SILL Inventory?

    <p>Pronunciation and speaking practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many response options are provided for each statement in the SILL Inventory?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the response scale in the SILL Inventory?

    <p>To identify the frequency of language learning strategies used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL)

    • The SILL is designed for students of English as a second or foreign language.
    • It assesses students' language learning strategies through 50 statements.
    • The statements are divided into six parts: A-F.

    Part A: Cognitive Strategies

    • Part A focuses on strategies for learning and remembering new English words.
    • Examples include:
      • Thinking of relationships between what is already known and new things learned in English.
      • Using new English words in sentences to remember them.
      • Creating mental pictures to associate with new words.

    Part B: Compensation Strategies

    • Part B focuses on strategies for overcoming limitations in English language proficiency.
    • Examples include:
      • Saying or writing new English words several times to practice.
      • Trying to talk like native English speakers.
      • Practicing English pronunciation and sounds.

    Part C: Metacognitive Strategies

    • Part C focuses on strategies for managing and monitoring language learning.
    • Examples include:
      • Making educated guesses about unfamiliar English words.
      • Using gestures if unable to think of a word during a conversation.
      • Making up new words if the right ones are not known.

    Part D: Affective Strategies

    • Part D focuses on strategies for controlling emotions and motivations related to language learning.
    • Examples include:
      • Finding ways to use English as much as possible.
      • Noticing and correcting English mistakes.
      • Planning and setting goals for improving English skills.

    Part E: Social Strategies

    • Part E focuses on strategies for interacting with others in English.
    • Examples include:
      • Trying to relax when feeling afraid of using English.
      • Encouraging oneself to speak English despite fear of mistakes.
      • Writing down feelings in a language learning diary.

    Part F: Learning Strategies

    • Part F focuses on strategies for seeking help and working with others.
    • Examples include:
      • Asking others to slow down or repeat themselves if not understood.
      • Practicing English with other students.
      • Asking for help from English speakers.

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