Abstract
Language learning strategies assist English as Second Language (ESL) students to enhance their learning
abilities effectively. The study aimed at identifying language learning strategies used by ESL
postgraduate students using Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL).The target population was
MA in English Literature/Linguistics and Master of Philosophy in English Literature/Linguistics students
in Pakistan. A sample consisting of 300 ESL students was selected by using purposive sampling
technique. A questionnaire consisting of language learning strategies developed by the researchers was
used for gathering data. SPSS was used to analyze the data. The findings, based on the quantitative
analysis of data, revealed that the ESL students use comprehension and meta-cognitive strategies as
compared to other strategies. It was found that females used more language learning strategies as
compared to their male counterparts. Moreover, high achievers were reported high strategy users, which
means that more use of language strategies can result in high academic achievement of students. In view
of this, the researchers suggested a productive means of language learning strategies to enhance their
academic performance.
Muhammad Javed, Akhtar Ali. (2018) Analyzing the Use of Language Learning Strategies among High and Low Achievers, Journal of Research and Reflections in Education, Volume 12, Issue 1.
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