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September 10, 2025Reading in a foreign language

Can beginner JFL learners do ER? Text comprehension, reading rate, materials, and reading targets for beginner JFL reading

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BMBrett MoharUniversity of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

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Implication

This study examines reading comprehension and speed in beginner JFL learners, suggesting graded readers may be more effective.

Key Points

  • Beginner JFL learners reported understanding about 78% of their readings, indicating their comprehension levels.
  • 13 second-semester learners participated in extensive reading for 18 weeks, providing insights into reading preferences.
  • Data showed a strong preference for graded readers (187 texts) compared to children's literature (3 texts), highlighting material choice.
  • Findings reveal that reading habits and material impact the effectiveness of extensive reading in a beginner context.

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Brett Mohar (2024) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23d81b210217d6478e686https://doi.org/10.64152/10125/67468
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