Self‐Access and Independent Learning Centers

Self‐access centers (SACs) are learner‐oriented language learning environments that encourage the development of learner autonomy. SACs provide materials, activities, and staff support to help learners develop the skills necessary for taking control over the content, pace, and method of their learning. SACs do not have to be physical spaces (although in practice they often are); increasingly, learning environments are being designed that either combine a physical space with an online support system or provide all elements of self‐access online. SACs are especially common at tertiary institutions, although they exist at all other school levels, including in primary schools.

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• Establishing Self-Access

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