The Language Learning Benefits of Extensive Reading: Teachers Should Be Good Role Models

Krishnan, Gopala; Rahim, Rozlan Abdul; Marimuthu, Rasaya; Abdullah, Ramli; Mohamad, Faizah; Jusoff, Kamaruzaman

doi:10.5539/elt.v2n4p107

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“…Then, the teacher has to pay attention to every technique done in class which may lessen students interest and eagerness which the students might have had in the beginning. Therefore, a better English teacher would be better to enhance students' English and assist them to read with pleasure (Krishnan et al 2009). In brief, extensive reading programs arise because students are reluctant to read but the reading habit is crucial to obtain knowledge and improve English skill.…”

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An Evaluation of Extensive Reading Program : Principle Conformity and Increasing of Students Reading Habit

Khairani

Quaidy²,

Dega³

2022

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This research aims to discover whether extensive reading has fulfilled the extensive reading program principle and whether the program is able to emerge reading habit. This research was conducted due to the evaluation of an extensive reading program that has rarely been done and the program has not significantly been able to increase library visits as an indication of good reading. This research will provide insight for educators, decision makers and students about the implementation of extensive reading programs so that programs can be carried out better. This research is descriptive research which is categorized into qualitative research. data obtained through observation and group interviews. data was analyzed using Miles and Hubberman models. research found extensive reading has not fully fulfilled the extensive reading principles. Some students struggle with reading, wherein there is a lot of difficult vocabulary. Besides, students' reading habits have emerged. students are glad to read online through a reading application.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah program extensive reading telah melaksanakan prinsip extensive reading serta apakah program mampu memunculkan kebiasaan membaca siswa. Penelitian dilaksanakan karena evaluasi program extensive reading jarang dilaksanakan serta program tersebut belum dapat meningkatkan kunjungan ke perpustakaan secara signifinikan dimana ini merupakan indikasi meningkatnya kecintaan peserta didik untuk membaca. penelitian ini akan memberikan wawasan kepada pendidik, pembuat keputusan dan peserta didik tentang pelaksanaan program sehingga program dapat dilaksanakan dengan lebih baik. penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif yang merupakan penelitian kualitatif. data diperoleh melalui pengamatan dan wawancara kelompok. data dianalisis menggunakan model Miles and Huberman. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan program extensive reading belum sepenuhnya memenuhi kriteria extensive reading. beberapa peserta didik masih kesulitan dalam membaca dimana banyak kosakata yang sulit ditemukan. Selain itu, kebiasaan membaca peserta didik sudah mulai muncul. peserta didik menyenangi membaca daring melalui aplikasi membaca.

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An Evaluation of Extensive Reading Program : Principle Conformity and Increasing of Students Reading Habit

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Quaidy²,

Dega³

2022

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“…In another study conducted in Malaysia, extensive reading was experimented with 40 undergraduate students of UiTM Dungun. At the end of the experiment, it was found that extensive reading could improve the students' reading skill and reading preferences (Krishnan et al, 2009). Also, the students have more positive attitudes towards English reading.…”

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“…Previous studies have indicated students' positive attitude towards extensive reading. Krishnan et al (2009) reported a strong relationship between extensive reading and students' positive attitude toward their reading. Besides this, positive attitude was found to be associated with students' English language proficiency.…”

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Development of out-of-class extensive reading to enhance perceived English reading self-efficacy of underserved students

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Perceived English reading self-efficacy is one of the essential factors that facilitate development of English language ability as it motivates learners to read and learn. The present study aimed to investigate the outcomes of out-of-class extensive reading to enhance perceived reading self-efficacy of underserved student and to explore underserved students’ attitudes towards out-of-class extensive reading. In this study, a mixed-method research design, with a particular focus on the use of narrative inquiry, was employed, and the study participants consisted of five lower secondary students in a slum community in Bangkok, Thailand. The purposively selected participants were between 14 and 15 years old, and all of them were considered underserved students. Data were collected by means of the pre- and post-perceived reading self-efficacy questionnaires, students’ log, teacher’s diary, interview protocols and attitude questionnaire. The findings revealed that out-of-class extensive reading could enhance underserved students’ perceived reading self-efficacy and the underserved students had a positive attitude towards out-of-class extensive reading as it suited specific characteristics and learning conditions of underserved students and motivated them to read. Based on such findings, it could be concluded that out-of-class extensive reading could be utilized to enhance perceived reading self-efficacy, which, in turn, could help develop reading ability of underserved students.

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“…Norsidah (2011) what was proposed in the textbook. This misalignment is crucial as many Malaysian students face comprehension problems when reading in English (Krishnan, et al, 2009). …”

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Second Language Reading Comprehension Strategies in Brunei Darussalam’s Primary Schools

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Considerable research has shown that the use of reading comprehension strategies (RCS) in the learning of second language (L2) has positive effects on students' reading comprehension (RC) performance. However, the development of L2 reading comprehension has been a challenge to Year 6 classes in Brunei that take place in an English as a foreign language (EFL) societal environment where both students and teachers have to achieve and work through English as a medium of instruction (EMI). In this complex environment, English reading comprehension amongst students in Brunei has been identified as an area that needs to be improved. The purpose of this study was to develop a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between the learning and teaching of RCS and the lived experience of Bruneian Year 6 students and teachers in EFL/EMI settings. This was achieved through an investigation of the facilitating or hindering factors involved in learning and teaching of RCS in L2 RC EFL/EMI classrooms, and an exploration of ways students and teachers manage EFL and EMI in the learning and teaching of RCS in L2 RC lessons. Engeström's Second Generation Activity Theory (2001) was used both as a theoretical framework and a method for analysis to generate a rich description of the complex environment in which the learning and teaching of RCS occurs.This study employed an instrumental case study using a sequential exploratory design and a mixed method approach. A total of 477 Year 6 students and 57 teachers participated in this study. In the first phase, data were collected from the students and teachers using RCS self-report surveys.This was followed by students undertaking a reading comprehension stimulation task, students' group interviews, teachers' interviews and classroom observations. Quantitative data were analysed using SPSS and thematic analysis was undertaken for the qualitative data.This study found that students and teachers were aware of the role of RCS in enhancing reading comprehension. However, the facilitating or hindering factors of EMI in EFL environment within an examination orientated education system such as students' perceived English competencies, limited instructional resources, and teacher directed pedagogical practices led to complexities in implementing RCS in the learning and teaching of L2 RC. The findings of this research provided evidence of some of the facilitators and hindrances of the learning and teaching of L2 RC, specifically the impact of EFL/EMI in the use of RCS in the bilingual classroom, and the ways students and teachers manage the learning and teaching of L2 RC within a complex system. This study further suggests that the learning and teaching of RCS in L2 RC lessons should be seen ii as complex as it is closely related to EMI policies in EFL setting within an examination orientated education system.The study adds to our understanding of RCS teaching and learning through the exploration of a context new to language learning strategies (LLS) research, that is, the use of...

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The Language Learning Benefits of Extensive Reading: Teachers Should Be Good Role Models

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Visioning a world class university is certainly an appropriate target for a university. Realizing this vision would need an expansion of knowledge and greater English proficiency as in this period of history, English is the language of IT which … Show more

Cited by 4 publications

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An Evaluation of Extensive Reading Program : Principle Conformity and Increasing of Students Reading Habit

An Evaluation of Extensive Reading Program : Principle Conformity and Increasing of Students Reading Habit

Development of out-of-class extensive reading to enhance perceived English reading self-efficacy of underserved students

Second Language Reading Comprehension Strategies in Brunei Darussalam’s Primary Schools

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The Language Learning Benefits of Extensive Reading: Teachers Should Be Good Role Models

Abstract: Visioning a world class university is certainly an appropriate target for a university. Realizing this vision would need an expansion of knowledge and greater English proficiency as in this period of history, English is the language of IT which … Show more

Cited by 4 publications

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An Evaluation of Extensive Reading Program : Principle Conformity and Increasing of Students Reading Habit

An Evaluation of Extensive Reading Program : Principle Conformity and Increasing of Students Reading Habit

Development of out-of-class extensive reading to enhance perceived English reading self-efficacy of underserved students

Second Language Reading Comprehension Strategies in Brunei Darussalam’s Primary Schools

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Abstract:
Visioning a world class university is certainly an appropriate target for a university. Realizing this vision would need an expansion of knowledge and greater English proficiency as in this period of history, English is the language of IT which … Show more