Using Electronic Readers: Action Research in an Intermediate Adult ESL Class

Autor/inn/en	Fraser, Monica; Abbott, Marilyn
Titel	Using Electronic Readers: Action Research in an Intermediate Adult ESL Class
Quelle	In: Canadian Journal of Action Research, 17 (2016) 2, S.3-18 (16 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1925-7147
Schlagwörter	Action Research; Adult Education; English (Second Language); Electronic Learning; Handheld Devices; Language Skills; Skill Development; Learner Engagement; Reading Programs; Student Experience; Reading Comprehension; Reading Rate; Incidence; Reading Habits; Participant Satisfaction; Intensive Language Courses; Questionnaires; Foreign Countries; Mixed Methods Research; Observation; Canada + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Projektforschung; Adult; Adults; Education; Adult basic education; Adult training; Erwachsenenbildung; English as second language; English; Second Language; Englisch als Zweitsprache; Language skill; Sprachkompetenz; Kompetenzentwicklung; Qualifikationsentwicklung; Studienerfahrung; Leseverstehen; Reading readiness; Reading speed; Lesegeschwindigkeit; Vorkommen; Reading habit; Lesegewohnheit; Intensivkurs; Sprachkurs; Fragebogen; Ausland; Beobachtung; Kanada
Abstract	The use of portable electronic reading devices in the English as a second language (ESL) classroom has the potential to positively impact learners' reading engagement and language skill development. However, due to the lack of research, few guidelines are available to inform instructors of the benefits and challenges of using these devices in ESL classes. Therefore, the key objective of this action research project was to explore 21 intermediate adult ESL learners' experiences using e-readers in an extensive e-reading program. Results indicated that the use of e-readers increased the learners' volume and frequency of reading and enhanced their reading enjoyment when compared with their reading of paper books. (As Provided).
Anmerkungen	Canadian Association for Action Research in Education. 260 Dalhousie Street Suite 204, Ottawa, ON KIN 7E4, Canada. Tel: 705-474-3450; Fax: 705-474-1947; e-mail: cjar@nipissingu.ca; Web site: http://cjar.nipissingu.ca
Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2020/1/01