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Acknowledgements
Chapter One Introduction
1.1 General description of my study
1.2 Need for the study
1.3 Overall structure of the thesis
Chapter Two Literature Review
2.1 Definition of key terms
2.1.1 Definitions of learner autonomy
2.1.2 Definitions of similar terms about autonomy
2.1.3 Definitions of autonomous learners
2.2 Theoretical framework for learner autonomy in English learning
2.2.1 Cognitive psychology
2.2.2 Humanistic psychology
2.2.3 Constructivism
2.3 Review of previous studies at home and abroad
2.3.1 Previous studies abroad
2.3.2 Previous studies at home
Chapter Three Methodology
3.1 Research questions
3.2 Research designs
3.2.1 Quantitative design
3.2.2Interview
Chapter Four Results and Discussion
4.1 Current state of affairs of non-English majors' autonomous Learning
4.1.1 Understanding of the relevant basic concepts
4.1.2 Process of autonomous learning
4.1.3 Students' attitudes toward autonomous learning
4.1.4 Summary
4.2 Underlying factors responsible for the present state of affairs of the English autonomous learning
4.2.1 Unsystematic knowledge of autonomous learning
4.2.2 Lack of intrinsic motivation
4.2.3 Lack of self-confidence
4.2.4 Lack of professional training of effective strategies
4.2.5 Negative effects of examination-oriented system
4.2.6 Inadequacies of resources in SACs
4.2.7 Summary
Chapter Five Conclusion
5.1 Major findings
5.2 Implications
5.3 Limitations for the research
5.4 Suggestions for further research
References
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