Role of Language Learning Strategies (LLS) In Developing Writing Proficiency among ESL Learners: A Conceptual Study

Abstract

The current study illustrates the role of Language Learning Strategies (LLS) adopted by English language learners (ELLs) inside and outside classroom for developing writing proficiency at advanced level. Language learning strategies are one of widely addressed individual difference by the researchers and language practitioners. Students are different cognitively and they behave differently in personal and social domain. The current study is conceptual in nature where only conceptual part of the research has been covered by undergoing exhaustive reviews of the previously conducted researches in the relevant domain  i.e. LLS. The findings obtained from the systematic and critical review of the process further made relevance with adopting better strategies to develop English proficiency among ELLs. It is significantly highlighted that writing proficiency can be enhanced through bring learners’ autonomy, making them practiced LLS, and motivating them to use affective strategies to develop interest in the language learning process. The study concludes with interactive methodological framework of integrating multi-dimensional language learning strategies to develop different components of writing skills among language learners.

Keywords: Language Learning Strategies (LLS); English Language Learners (ELLs); Writing Proficiency Skills (WPS); Systematic Reviews