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English Novels Hold Particular Promise for Improving Reading Comprehension

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Reading comprehension is a fundamental skill in second language acquisition, yet traditional methods often rely on short, intensive reading passages that may not fully engage learners. This study investigates the use of English novels as a tool to improve students’ reading comprehension in an EFL context. Results indicate that the novel-reading group made significant gains in reading comprehension and related sub-skills, with notably higher incidental vocabulary gains and improved inferencing ability in comprehension questions. Participants also demonstrated increased reading fluency and expressed greater cultural insight and motivation to read in English.

Source: European International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Management Studies

DOI: 10.55640/eijmrms-05-05-02

Author: Aliqulova Feruza O`ktam qizi

Language: English

Topic: EFL/ESL Teaching and Learning

Subfield: Language and Linguistics

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410260181

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