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Fernández-Toro, Maria and Hurd, Stella (2014). A model of factors affecting independent learners’ engagement with feedback on language learning tasks. Distance Education, 35(1) pp. 106–125.

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Hurd, Stella and Murphy, Linda (2013). Learner contributions in open and distance language setting. In: Mynard, Jo and Carson, Luke eds. Advising in Language Learning: Dialgue, Tools and Context. Abingdon, UK: Routledge, pp. 213–230.

Hurd, Stella and Murphy, Linda (2012). Learner contributions in an open and distance language setting. In: Mynard, Jo and Carson, Luke eds. Advising in Language Learning: Dialogue, Tools and Context. Applied Linguistics. Harlow: Pearson Education Limited, pp. 213–230.

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Murphy, Linda and Hurd, Stella (2011). Fostering learner autonomy and motivation in blended teaching. In: Nicolson, Margaret; Murphy, Linda and Southgate, Margaret eds. Language Teaching in Blended Contexts. Edinburgh, U.K.: Dunedin Academic Press Ltd, pp. 43–56.

Hurd, Stella (2011). Research methods to investigate emotions in independent language learning: a focus on think-aloud verbal protocols. In: Morrison, Bruce ed. Independent Language Learning: Building on Experience, Seeking New Perspectives. Hong Kong: Hong Kong University Press, pp. 87–100.

Hurd, Stella and Xiao, Junhong (2010). Anxiety and Affective Control Among Distance Language Learners in China and the UK. RELC Journal, 41(2) pp. 183–200.

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Xiao, Junhong and Hurd, Stella (2010). Motivation and Beliefs in Distance Language Learning: The Case of English Learners at RTVU, an Open University in China. The Journal of Asia TEFL, 7(3) pp. 59–91.

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Hurd, Stella (2008). Affect and strategy use in independent language learning. In: Hurd, Stella and Lewis, Tim eds. Language Learning Strategies in Independent Settings. Second Language Acquisition. Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters, pp. 218–236.

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Hurd, Stella and Lewis, Tim eds. (2008). Language Learning Strategies in Independent Settings. Second Language Acquisition. Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters.

Hurd, Stella (2008). Investigating affect in a distance language learning context: approaches and methods. RTVU ELT Express, China, 21(2)

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Hurd, Stella (2008). Affective factors and strategy use in a distance language context: a pilot study using think-aloud verbal protocols. Texas Papers in Foreign Language Education, 11(1) pp. 133–158.

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Hurd, Stella (2008). Second language learning at a distance: Metacognition, affect, learning strategies and learner support in relation to the development of autonomy. Volume 1: Introduction to the published work. PhD thesis The Open University.

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Hurd, Stella (2008). Second language learning at a distance: Metacognition, affect, learning strategies and learner support in relation to the development of autonomy. Volume 2: Submitted publications. PhD thesis The Open University.

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Xiao, Junhong and Hurd, Stella (2007). Language Learning Strategies in Distance English Learning: A Study of Learners at Shantou Radio and Television University, China. Journal of Asia TEFL, 4(2) pp. 141–164.

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Hurd, Stella (2007). Anxiety and non-anxiety in a distance language learning environment: The distance factor as a modifying influence. System, 35 pp. 487–508.

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Hurd, Stella (2007). Distant Voices: Learners' Stories About the Affective Side of Learning a Language at a Distance. Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching, 1(2) pp. 242–259.

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Hurd, Stella (2006). Towards a better understanding of the dynamic role of the distance language learner: learner perceptions of personality, motivation, roles, and approaches. Distance Education, 27(3) pp. 303–329.

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Hurd, Stella (2006). Open and distance language learning at the Shantou Radio and TV University, China, and the Open University, United Kingdom: a cross‐cultural perspective. Open Learning, 21(3) pp. 205–219.

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Hurd, Stella (2006). Individual learner differences and distance language learning: an overview. RTVU ELT Express, 12(4)

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Hauck, Mirjam and Hurd, Stella (2005). Exploring the link between language anxiety and learner self-management in open language learning contexts. European Journal of Open, Distance and e-Learning, 2005(2)

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Hurd, Stella (2005). Distance learning in Modern Languages. In: Klapper, John and Coleman, Jim eds. Effective Learning and Teaching in Modern Languages. Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. RoutledgeFalmer.

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Hurd, Stella and Murphy, Linda eds. (2005). Success with languages. Routledge Study Guides. London, UK: Routledge.

Lewis, Timothy; Pleines, Christine and Hurd, Stella (2005). Language learning and language learners. In: Hurd, Stella and Murphy, Linda eds. Success with languages. Routledge Study Guides. London, UK: Routledge, pp. 1–20.

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Hurd, Stella (2005). Autonomy and the distance language learner. In: Holmberg, Boerje; Shelley, Monica and White, Cynthia eds. Distance education and languages: evolution and change. New perspectives on language and education. Clevedon, UK: Multilingual Matters, pp. 1–19.

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Hurd, Stella (2003). Learner difference in independent language learning contexts. LTSN subject centre of languages

Hurd, Stella (2002). Taking account of individual learner differences in the planning and delivery of language courses for open, distance and independent learning. In: Setting the Agenda: Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies in Higher Education conference, 24-26 Jun 2002, University of Manchester.

Hurd, Stella (2001). Managing and supporting language learners in open and distance learning environments. In: Mozzon-McPherson, Marina and Vismans, Roel eds. Beyond language teaching towards language advising. London, UK: CILT Publications, pp. 135–148.

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Hurd, Stella; Beaven, Tita and Ortega, Ane (2001). Developing autonomy in a distance language learning context: issues and dilemmas for course writers. System, 29(3) pp. 341–355.

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Hurd, Stella (2001). Open and distance language learning: implications of individual learning styles and strategies for course design and learner support. In: Proceedings of the 6th International Annual Conference of the European Learning Styles Information Network (ELSIN), 25-27 Jun 2001, Glamorgan, UK.

Hurd, Stella (2000). Distance language learners and learner support: beliefs, difficulties and use of strategies. Links and Letters 7: Autonomy in language learning, 7 pp. 61–80.

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Hurd, Stella (1999). Developing skills for the 21st century: lessons from autonomy in language learning. New Academic, 8(1) pp. 3–7.

Hurd, Stella (1998). Too carefully led or too carelessly left alone? Language Learning Journal, 17(1) pp. 70–74.

Hurd, Stella (1998). Autonomy at any price? Issues and concerns from a British HE perspective. Foreign Language Annals, 31(2) pp. 219–230.