Free Voluntary Reading to Promote Learners Autonomy in Vocabulary Acquisition: The Case of Universitas Internasional Batam
Bacaan Sukarela Gratis untuk Mempromosikan Pembelajar Otonomi dalam Akuisisi Kosakata: Studi Kasus di Universitas Internasional Batam
Abstract
Purpose - The purpose of this study was to find out what strategies EFL students used to develop
vocabulary through personalized reading materials. In addition, this study was also conducted to find
out how Free Voluntary Reading help students develop their vocabulary as EFL.
Design/methodology/approach - This study uses a descriptive qualitative research design in answering
the research questions. Researchers conducted in-depth interviews to the students of EFL class of 2019
and 2020 in the English Language Education Department. There were 11 students (22,4%) who were
interviewed in this research.
Findings/results – The results showed that the strategies used by EFL students were as follows: reading
authentic materials, choosing reading materials according to genres, making notes about new
vocabulary, and always looking for any content with English subtitles. In addition, the researcher also
found out how several forms of Free Voluntary Reading helped the vocabulary development of EFL
students.
Originality/value - Free Voluntary Reading has an important influence on EFL students, especially in
developing vocabulary.
Paper type – Research paper
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