This article describes research on L2 learners’ use of one vocabulary learning strategy, namely the strategy of vocabulary notebook keeping. Four themes for research on the strategy are identified: tips and recommendations on using the strategy, effectiveness and usefulness of the strategy for L2 vocabulary acquisition, gender differences in the use of the strategy as well as learners’ perceptions and attitudes towards the strategy.
Keywords: L2 learners, vocabulary acquisition, vocabulary learning strategy, vocabulary notebook
