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Acknowledgements
List of Tables
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Background of the study
1.2 Research questions
1.3 Significance of the study
1.4 Organization of the thesis
Chapter 2: Literature Review
2.1 On Learner Autonomy
2.1.1 Definitions of Learner Autonomy
2.1.2 Theoretical Foundations of Learner Autonomy
2.1.3 Characteristics of Autonomous Learners
2.2 CALL, Web-based CALL and Web-based Language Teaching
2.2.1 What is CALL
2.2.2 What is Web-based CALL
2.2.3 Web-based Language Teaching
2.2.4 Challenges and Weakness of WBET
2.3 Current Reading Theory
2.3.1 Relevant Theories on EFL Reading
2.3.2 Nature of Reading
2.3.3 Current Models of Reading
2.4 Learner Autonomy and Its Application in EFL Reading
2.4.1 Research on Learner Autonomy
2.4.2 Application of WBET to EFL Reading
2.4.3 Feasibility of Applying Learner Autonomy to EFL Reading in China
Chapter 3: ExperimentalResearch
3.1 Research Questions
3.2 Subjects
3.3 Variables
3.4 Data Collection Instruments and Procedures
3.4.1. Reading comprehension tests
3.4.2. Questionnaire
3.4.3. Interview
3.5 Procedures of the Experimental Research
3.5.1 Administration of the Pre-test and the Pre-questionnaire
3.5.2. Implementation of the Experiment
3.5.3. Administration of the Post-test and the Post-questionnaire
Chapter 4: Data Analysis and Results of the Experiment
4.1 Data Analysis
4.1.1 Paired-Samples T-Test
4.1.2. Independent Samples T-Test
4.1.3. Correlation Analysis
4.2. Results of the Experiment
Chapter 5: Conclusion and Implications
5.1. Major Findings from the Experiment
5.2. Pedagogical Implications for Future Research
5.3. Limitations of the Research
References
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