Email this article THE EFFECTS OF USING GUIDED EXTENSIVE READING TO ENHANCE INCIDENTAL VOCABULARY ACQUISITION FOR SECOND-YEAR STUDENTS AT THAI NGUYEN UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
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Received: 23/03/23 Revised: 14/04/23 Published: 14/04/23Authors
Pham Thi Thu Trang
, TNU - University of Agriculture and Forestry
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This research investigated the effects of extensive reading on improving incidental vocabulary learning for second-year students at Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry (TUAF). Action research was conducted by using data collection devices such as pre-test, post-test, and delayed post-test, as well as questionnaires. Using the results of the T-test and Cronbach's alpha coefficient, the research's validity and internal consistency reliability were assessed. It was found that extensive reading boosted students' vocabulary knowledge considerably and improved their long-term vocabulary retention. Besides, the project showed that students had a positive attitude toward vocabulary learning through extensive reading. Therefore, it encouraged individuals to form reading habits. Also, pedagogical implications for schools, teachers, and students who would teach and learn English through extensive reading were examined. In addition, some recommendations for future research were offered.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.34238/tnu-jst.7601
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