On the Role of Individual Learner Differences in the Teaching / Learning of Foreign Languages: The Dimension of Field Dependence / Field Independence. With Morals for EFL Teaching

Abstract

The aim of this article is to present anti discuss the results of a correlational study, the subject matter of which is the relationship between the cognitive style of field dependence / field independence anti reading comprehension. The paper attempts to stress the role of individual learner differences in the process of second language acquisition. The emphasis, therefore, is placed on the application of psychological issues to the educational context. The reader is presented with empirical research results as well as with an in-depth analysis of these findings, followed by implications for the EFL classroom.