Exploring First-Year and Third-Year LMD Algerian University Students’ Use of Language Learning Strategies

Abstract

The present study aims at investigating the patterns of language learning strategy use employed by two groups of students enrolled in a three-year English degree course in the department of English of the University of Algiers 2, each one including 56 learners among first and third-year students. The study tries to identify the possible difficulties encountered by first-year students when studying linguistics and making use of their reading and writing skills in this course, and see whether low or absence of language learning strategy (LLS) use can influence their learning and achievement. The study also seeks to explore the extent of teachers’ awareness of the existence of LLS and their integration into their daily instruction.