Abstract:

Research have proven that self-assessment is a key learning strategy for autonomous language learning, as it provides information that can change goals, strategies, and effort sharing. In language learning, language competence is linked to the presence and degree of autonomy. Autonomous learner must be able to assess the quality of the methods used, control the outcome of his /her actions in order to determine what real goals he/she has achieved. Therefore, self-assessment is a process that allows the student to judge both the outcome of his or her effort and the quality of the acquired knowledge in relation to predetermined goals. Self-assessment in online activities is ensured by immediate and informative feedback.

In order to provide constant challenge and motivation feedback must be:
a) clear;
b) frequent;
c) constructive; and
d) encouraging.

In this article we will try to define the relationship between self-assessment and autonomy language learning and present the pedagogical benefits of immediate, clear and constructive feedback. To that end, we will study a number of instant response systems, that allow self-assessment and understanding and offer the opportunity to language teachers for an immediate feedback. Finally, we will propose examples of use of these applications in the foreign language classroom.

Keywords:

Self-assessment, learning strategy, autonomous language learning, instant response systems.