Vocabulary Learning Through Recycling Activities and Strategy Training

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to explore learners’ opinions on vocabulary instruction which incorporated vocabulary recycling activities and strategy training. The research was conducted with one intermediate level EFL class at Hacettepe University Preparatory School. After the target vocabulary items were selected, students were made aware of different vocabulary learning strategies and provided with opportunities to practice and recycle the selected vocabulary items through several activities incorporated into the instruction. The study offers some insights from learners into possible ways to improved vocabulary acquisition through strategy training and recycling activities. The results suggest that students’ written and oral feedback provide a means through which a teacher can find students’ attitudes toward the teaching- learning processes.