Autonomy in acquisition: Exploring the transformative effects of self-error correction on ESL learners’ proficiency and motivation

This study explores the transformative effects of self-error correction on language proficiency and motivation among ESL college students. The research investigates how self-directed error handling influences ESL learners' linguistic development and engagement in learning activities through a mixed-methods approach involving surveys and interviews. Preliminary findings indicate significant enhancements in language skills and motivational levels, substantiating the role of self-correction in promoting educational outcomes and learner independence.