The Use of Extensive Reading to Boost Students’ Reading Ability

Abstract

There are many studies have shown that students have less understanding in comprehending English text in learning Second Language (L2 Learning). It has become the mayor issue in many levels of education institution that teach English in L2 learners. This study is aimed to explore students’ perceptions of extensive reading in Reading Class to improve their reading ability. There are 38 participants who involved in the study and have completed their reading class at Universitas Teuku Umar. The data was collected through questionnaire and semi-interview. The findings of the study found that extensive reading played a big role in improving students’ reading ability. Their vocabulary and text comprehension improved gradually during attending reading class. Interestingly, the data also indicated that the extensive reading activity could also motivate students to have reading habit. It is shown through their willingness to find more reading materials individually outside the class. Hence, it can be concluded that extensive reading significantly contribute to boost students reading ability as well as their reading habit.