vocabulary learning strategies Vocabulary Learning Strategies for Arabic Learners as a Second Language at Yarmouk University

Abstract

The present study aimed to reveal the degree of using vocabulary learning strategies for Arabic learners as a second language at Yarmouk University-Jordan, and whether there would be statistical significant differences at the level(α=0.05)  in their using of these strategies due to the variable gender. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher prepared a scale of vocabulary learning strategies, The scale consisted of (60) items distributed to six areas: Intended learning strategies, Guessing meaning from context strategies, Memory and recall strategies, Use of the lexicon strategies, Note taking strategies, and Social strategies. (84) undergraduate male and female learners studying Arabic as a second language those who are register in Bachelor of Arabic Language and Literate program, who hare a fourth years level was chosen. The outcome of the study revealed that the degree of vocabulary learning strategies of students is moderate. However, it was found that Guessing meaning from context strategies were used more frequently in contrast to other strategies. The outcomes also showed no statistical significance differences due to the effect of the gender.