《自主学习方法与途径》译自爱尔兰Authentik Language Learning Resources Ltd.从1991年至1997年陆续出版的Learner Autonomy系列丛书,作者均为自主学习研究领域中较为知名的学者,每辑的主题及作者如下:Definitions,Issues and Problems by David Little Learner Training for Language Learning by Leslie Dickinson From Theory to Classroom Practice by Leni Dam The Role ofAuthentic Texts by Dee McGarry The Role of Motivation by Ema Ushioda Developing Learners’Thinking Skills by Jennifer Ridley这些作者走在自主学习理论研究领域的前列,也亲身参与到自主学习的课堂实践中。因此,《自主学习方法与途径》在理论上不仅能反映自主学习的研究前沿,也具有很强的课堂实践可操作性。