We are delighted to announce the publication of Language Learner Autonomy: A Practical Guide by David Little, now available from Candlin & Mynard ePublishing. This concise and highly practical volume brings together over four decades of research, classroom experience, and international collaboration to offer a clear vision of what learner autonomy means—and how it can be implemented in real educational contexts.
At a time when educators are seeking ways to create more engaging, learner-centred environments, this book provides both inspiration and practical direction. Rather than presenting autonomy as an abstract ideal, David Little shows how it emerges through everyday classroom practices: dialogue, reflection, collaboration, and the active use of the target language. The result is an approach that supports not only language development, but also learners’ confidence, agency, and capacity to manage their own learning.
What makes this publication especially exciting is its hybrid design. Each chapter is accompanied by short video introductions, offering an accessible entry point into key ideas and making the book an ideal resource for both individual study and professional development. Whether you are new to learner autonomy or have been working in the field for many years, the guide provides a fresh, focused perspective grounded in real classroom practice.
We are proud to publish this important contribution to the field and to continue supporting educators interested in autonomy, advising, and learner-centred approaches. You can find out more about the book, access the companion videos, and explore the new course on our website.
https://www.candlinandmynard.com/lla.html
At a time when educators are seeking ways to create more engaging, learner-centred environments, this book provides both inspiration and practical direction. Rather than presenting autonomy as an abstract ideal, David Little shows how it emerges through everyday classroom practices: dialogue, reflection, collaboration, and the active use of the target language. The result is an approach that supports not only language development, but also learners’ confidence, agency, and capacity to manage their own learning.
What makes this publication especially exciting is its hybrid design. Each chapter is accompanied by short video introductions, offering an accessible entry point into key ideas and making the book an ideal resource for both individual study and professional development. Whether you are new to learner autonomy or have been working in the field for many years, the guide provides a fresh, focused perspective grounded in real classroom practice.
We are proud to publish this important contribution to the field and to continue supporting educators interested in autonomy, advising, and learner-centred approaches. You can find out more about the book, access the companion videos, and explore the new course on our website.
https://www.candlinandmynard.com/lla.html
