THE ROLE OF SELF-REGULATION IN LANGUAGE LEARNING

Аннотация

В этой статье рассматривается важность саморегуляции в процессе изучения иностранного языка. В ней подчеркивается, как учащиеся, которые умеют ставить цели, управлять своим временем, контролировать свой прогресс и размышлять о своих стратегиях, достигают лучших результатов. Статья основана на теоретических основах, таких как модель саморегуляции обучения Циммермана и таксономия стратегий изучения языка Оксфорда. Результаты показывают, что поощрение саморегуляции приводит к более независимым, мотивированным и успешным изучающим язык. Annotatsiya: Mazkur maqolada chet tilini o‘rganish jarayonida o‘z-o‘zini boshqarishning ahamiyati tahlil qilinadi. Maqolada maqsad qo‘yish, vaqtni boshqarish, o‘zlashtirishni nazorat qilish va strategiyalarni tahlil qilish kabi ko‘nikmalarga ega bo‘lgan o‘quvchilar samaraliroq natijalarga erishishi qayd etiladi. Maqola Zimmermanning o‘z-o‘zini boshqarish modeli va Oxfordning til o‘rganish Выпуск журнала №-26 Часть–2_ Май –2025 206 MODERN EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT strategiyalari tasnifiga asoslangan. Tahlil natijalari o‘z-o‘zini boshqarishni rivojlantirish mustaqil va motivatsiyal Literature Review Self-regulation has emerged as a vital construct in educational psychology and second language acquisition (SLA), particularly as learners increasingly take charge of their own learning in digital, informal, and autonomous environments. This literature review explores how self-regulation contributes to successful language learning, drawing from multiple theoretical frameworks and empirical studies. Theoretical Foundations of Self-Regulation in Education Zimmerman defines self-regulated learning (SRL) as the process whereby learners systematically direct their thoughts, feelings, and actions toward achieving academic goals. His cyclical model of SRL includes forethought (goal setting and planning), performance (self-monitoring and strategy use), and self-reflection (evaluation and adaptation). This model has been widely applied in the context of language learning to explain how learners manage their own progress . Bandura's social cognitive theory further supports the concept of self- regulation by emphasizing the role of self-efficacy and reciprocal determinism, where personal, behavioral, and environmental factors interact. High self-efficacy has been linked to better use of learning strategies and greater persistence in language tasks . Self-Regulation and Language Learning Strategies Research consistently finds that self-regulated learners use more effective learning strategies. Oxford categorized language learning strategies into cognitive, metacognitive, social, and affective strategies. Metacognitive strategies, in particular— such as planning, monitoring, and evaluating one’s learning—are hallmarks of self- regulated learners and are strong predictors of language proficiency A study by Tseng, Dörnyei, and Schmitt introduced the concept of "self- regulatory capacity in vocabulary learning" and found that learners who could control their motivation and strategy use were significantly more successful in vocabulary acquisition.. Motivation and Emotional Control Выпуск журнала №-26 Часть–2_ Май –2025 207 MODERN EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT Self-regulation includes the regulation of motivation and emotions—both critical for sustained engagement in language learning. Dörnyei and Ushioda argue that motivation is dynamic and needs to be managed by the learner. Learners with better emotional regulation are more resilient in the face of errors and setbacks, which are common in language learning contexts . Empirical studies show that learners who use strategies to reduce anxiety and maintain motivation—such as self-encouragement, goal revision, or seeking support— perform better in both speaking and writing tasks Self-Regulation in Autonomous and Digital Language Learning With the rise of online and blended learning, self-regulation has become even more critical. Learners must manage their time, set goals, and seek feedback without constant teacher intervention. Studies by Lai and Gu and Little highlight how digital tools can support self-regulated learning when paired with learner training and reflection. However, research also notes that simply having access to technology is not enough—students need the self-regulatory capacity to use these tools effectively (Lai, 2015). This includes planning study sessions, managing distractions, and using appropriate online resources strategically.Cultural and Individual Differences Individual and cultural differences also play a role in self-regulated language learning. Learners from more independent educational cultures may exhibit higher levels of self-regulation natural. Meanwhile, personality traits such as conscientiousness and intrinsic motivation have also been found to correlate with self-regulatory behaviors (Rose et al., 2018).