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Learner independence: see learner autonomy. 
 
Learner profile: see class, learner profile. 
 
Learner training 
The use of activities to help learners understand how they learn and help them to become autonomous, independent 
learners. 
 
Learning centre: see self-access centre. 
 
Learning contract 
An agreement between the teacher and the learners about their roles and responsibilities (i.e. what the teacher will do 
and what the learners will do to help the learners to learn). 
 

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Learning resources 
The materials or tools which help learners learn, e.g. books, computers, CDs etc. See aids and reference materials. 
 
Learning strategies 
The techniques which learners consciously use to help them when learning or using language, e.g. deducing the 
meaning of words from context; predicting content before reading.
 
Learning style 
The way in which an individual learner naturally prefers to learn something. There are many learning styles. Three of 
them are below. 
Auditory learner 
A learner who remembers things more easily when they hear them spoken. This type of learner may like the 
teacher to say a new word aloud and not just write it on the board.
 
Kinaesthetic learner 
A learner who learns more easily by doing things physically. This type of learner may like to move around or 
move objects while learning.
Visual learner 
A learner who finds it easier to learn when they can see things written down or in a picture. This type of 
learner may like the teacher to write a new word on the board and not just say it aloud.