Lebanese Efl University Instructors' Perceptions Towards Learner Autonomy And Online Learning

Learner autonomy (LA) is essential for successful language learning, but little is known about the beliefs of Lebanese EFL university instructors towards it. This study aimed to investigate the perceptions of Lebanese EFL university instructors towards LA and the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on LA. A questionnaire was administered to Lebanese EFL university instructors to examine their attitudes towards the desirability and feasibility of LA and the relationship between their beliefs towards LA and online learning during the pandemic. The results showed that Lebanese EFL university instructors generally hold positive views on LA, but perceive it as partially achievable due to various obstacles. The shift towards online learning during the pandemic created new opportunities for LA to be practiced, but also presented challenges. The findings provide valuable insights for EFL instructors, program designers, and policy-makers to develop strategies and policies that promote LA in the Lebanese EFL context.