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Title: Implementing an Extensive Reading Program and Library for Adult Literacy Learners
Language: English
Authors: Rodrigo, Victoria, Greenberg, Daphne, Burke, Victoria
Source: Reading in a Foreign Language. Oct 2007 19(2):106-119.
Availability: Reading in a Foreign Language. National Foreign Language Resource Center, 1859 East-West Road #106, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI 96822. e-mail: readfl@hawaii.edu; Web site: http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/rfl/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Physical Description: PDF
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2007
Intended Audience: Teachers
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Adult Education
Descriptors: Sustained Silent Reading, Silent Reading, Reading Programs, Teacher Role, Adult Literacy, English (Second Language), Program Implementation, Second Language Learning, Program Design, Reading Material Selection, Reading Aloud to Others, Adult Students, Second Language Instruction, Native Speakers
ISSN: 1539-0578
Abstract: This article describes the implementation of an extensive reading (ER) program with 43 first language (L1) and second language (L2) adult literacy students. Among them, 16% were nonnative speakers of English. The main principles considered in the design of the program were (a) purpose of reading, (b) reading tactics, (c) material used, and (d) teacher role. The program included sustained silent reading, book talk, and reading aloud. Because a well-equipped library is essential for a successful ER program, this article discusses practical considerations for implementing a library and establishes principles that could guide others working on similar programs. This article also discusses criteria teachers should consider when selecting books for a reading-aloud activity as well as the books and genres that were popular with our sample. The following are appended: (1) A form for recording books read in a week; and (2) A form for recording why a particular book is chosen. (Contains 6 tables and 2 notes.)
Abstractor: Author
Number of References: 46
Entry Date: 2007
Access URL: https://nflrc.hawaii.edu/rfl/October2007/abstracts.html#rodrigo
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