Extensive reading

<p>Extensive reading (ER) is the process of <a href="/facts/Reading/HUEBU26z">reading</a> longer, easier texts for an extended period of time without a breakdown of <a href="/facts/Reading_comprehension/PYLC9k69">comprehension</a>, feeling overwhelmed, or the need to take breaks. It stands in contrast to intensive or academic reading, which is focused on a close reading of dense, shorter texts, typically not read for pleasure. Though used as a teaching strategy to promote second-language development, ER also applies to free voluntary reading and recreational reading both in and out of the classroom. ER is based on the assumption that we learn to read by reading. 
</p><p>Implementation of ER is often referred to as <a href="/facts/Sustained_silent_reading/pVs8081F">sustained silent reading</a> (SSR) or free voluntary reading; and is used in both the first- (L1) and second-language (L2) classroom to promote reading fluency and comprehension. In addition to fluency and comprehension, ER has other numerous benefits for both first- and second-language learners, such as greater <a href="/facts/Grammar/vprQsHIR">grammar</a> and <a href="/facts/Vocabulary/gUfoY6TJ">vocabulary</a> knowledge, increase in background knowledge, and greater language confidence and motivation.    
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Extensive reading