On WebQuest-based Metacognitive Speaking Strategy Instruction

Abstract

Under the guidance of WebQuest theory and O’Malley and Chamot’s five-step mode strategy learning theory, This paper has designed a WebQuest-based metacognitive strategy learning activity and made it into practice on a college junior class, not only the necessity of strategy training in oral English instruction is highlighted in the study, but also study results show that the designed program has enhanced learners’ ability to plan, adjust, and evaluate in oral English learning.