초록

The purposes of this study are to: 1) investigate elementary school students’ perspectives in speed reading; 2) examine their English reading speed and comprehension by using web-based speed reading program; and 3) suggest a model of speed reading class applicable to teaching and learning speed reading. The subjects of this study consist of 131 students in three elementary schools in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do. Mixed research was conducted using a questionnaire and a case study including classroom observations, student produced reflective journals and interviews. The major findings of the study are as follows. First, students’ perspectives in speed reading and speed reading program were positive. Second, based on the case study, speed reading classes were found to be effective in the improvement of their reading speed. As for students’ reading speed on average, there was an increase of 109 wpm from 74 to 183 wpm. The classes were found to be useful, helpful and motivating. The students were also interested in and satisfied with speed reading classes. Finally, a model of teaching and learning speed reading for the improvement of English reading speed is presented based on the findings and discussion.

키워드

multimedia, web-based speed reading program, reading comprehension

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