ERIC Number: EJ908520
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010-Sep
Pages: 17
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Examining English Language Learners' Motivation of, and Engagement in, Reading: A Qualitative Study
Cho, Seonhee; Xu, Yaoying; Rhodes, Joan A.
Reading Matrix: An International Online Journal, v10 n2 p205-221 Sep 2010
With a growing concern about English language learners' (ELLs) reading achievement, this study explored issues related to a reading intervention study with a particular focus on ELLs' participation. Drawn upon interviews with instructors and a focus group of students who participated in the reading intervention program, this study sheds light on a significant impact of motivation and engagement on reading activities. High interest, yet challenging reading materials, an interactive and collaborative learning environment, and the quality of instruction and attitude proved to be critical for student engagement in reading. Furthermore, ELLs' particular challenges in oral reading and participation in making predictions were revealed. An ELL's unconventional literacy practice that had received little recognition was also discovered and discussed.
Descriptors: Reading Materials, Intervention, Recognition (Achievement), Oral Reading, Focus Groups, Reading Achievement, Second Language Learning, Motivation, Reading Instruction, English (Second Language), Learner Engagement, Prediction, Elementary Schools
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Virginia
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