Benefits of ER
The contribution of ER on English language students’ language development has been recognized by a number of researchers. Reading proficiency (Beglar & Hunt, 2014; Mason & Krashen, 1997; Nation, 2009; Renandya, Rajan & Jacobs, 1999; Robb & Kano, 2013), vocabulary knowledge (Beglar & Hunt, 2014; Chen, Chen, Chen & Wey, 2013; Day & Bamford, 1998; Krashen, 2004; Nation & Wang, 1999), improved oral skills (Cho & Krashen, 1994) and promotion of writing skills (Krashen, 2004; Mason & Krashen, 1997) are examples of the impact ER can have on language development. Renandya (2007) even noted “the benefits derived from diverse studies on extensive reading in many diverse contexts are so compelling that it would be inconceivable for teachers not to make it an important feature of their teaching (p.133).” Despite these rewards, teachers have struggled to implement effective ER programs (Renandya & Jacobs, 2002).