What is Distractors

The development of online learning platforms has made L2 (second language) listening more accessible, flexible, and convenient for learners. However, it remains to be seen if learning online via a device holds the same value as learning in the classroom. This chapter examines the online journals of four learners on an extensive listening course. Using learner self-reflection prompts, this chapter examines how the learners chose listening resources, identified listening difficulties, and set individual goals to address their difficulties. The results showed that the learners chose different online resources, used different strategies to address their listening difficulties, and improved their confidence and comprehension when choosing familiar resources and topics. They also developed greater competence in choosing autonomous approaches by the end of the course. The chapter concludes by suggesting how listening journals can be used in online and hybrid classrooms to help learners' motivation and practices of L2 listening.