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1 Introduction
1.1 Background of the problem
1.2 Significance of the research
1.3 Structure of the thesis
2 Literature review
2.1 Learner autonomy
2.1.1 Definitions of learner autonomy
2.1.2 Characteristics of learner autonomy
2.2 Theoretical bases for learner autonomy
2.2.1 Constructivism theory
2.2.2 Humanism theory
2.2.3 Meta-cognitive views
2.3 An overall research on learner autonomy
2.3.1 Research abroad
2.3.2 Research in China
3 Research design
3.1 Research questions and hypothesis
3.1.1 Research questions
3.1.2 Hypothesis
3.2 Methodology
3.2.1 Experiment design
3.2.2 Participants
3.2.3 Research instruments
3.2.4 Procedures
4 Data analysis and discussions
4.1 Data analysis
4.1.1 Data analysis of examinations
4.1.2 Data analysis of questionnaires
4.2 Factors affecting students’autonomous learning on the teacher’s part
4.2.1 Teacher's lack of attention to individual students’affective needs
4.2.2 Affects of traditional teaching style
4.2.3 Teacher's lack of strategy training for students
5 Conclusion
5.1 Findings of the research
5.2 Implications of the research
5.3 Limitations of the research
5.4 Future research
References
Appendix
Acknowledgements