The comprehensibility of L2 texts is a major concern for English-as-a-second-language (ESL) and English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) learners attempting to make sense of unfamiliar English texts. Conflicting research findings regarding the effectiveness of various approaches to L2 input modification can confuse educators and researchers alike. The aim of the present systematic review and network meta-analysis is to quantitatively summarize the existing research on the efficacy of simplification and elaboration input modifications for promoting L2 reading comprehension. A systematic search was performed to locate studies that examined the effect of textual simplification and elaboration input modifications using pre and post measures on L2 reading comprehension outcomes using controlled investigations from published and unpublished sources that were experimental or quasi-experimental in design. Thirty-four eligible studies were included in the final meta-analysis (n = 4742). The results of the synthesis indicate that both simplified and elaborated texts were significantly more comprehensible than authentic texts. Simplified texts were also found to be marginally more comprehensible than elaborated texts. Taking into consideration unclear risk of bias, there is sufficient evidence that input-modifications focused on text simplification and elaboration are effective for promoting L2 reading comprehension.
목차
Abstract Introduction Method Literature Search Strategy Study Selection and Inclusion Criteria Screening Data Extraction Risk of Bias Assessment Evaluation of Quality of Evidence—GRADE Approach Data Synthesis and Statistical Analysis Results Overview of the Included Studies Characteristics Risk of Bias and Study Quality Results Description of the Network Discussion Principal Findings Implications of the Study Limitations of the Research Future Directions Conclusion The Author References
The goals of Asia TEFL are to promote scholarship, disseminate information, and facilitate cross-cultural understanding among persons concerned with the teaching and learning of English in Asia. In order to accomplish this, Asia TEFL will pursue the following goals:
1. To link ELT professionals in joint research on issues and concerns regarding English teaching and learning in the Asian context.
2. To publish an academic journal, The Asia TEFL Journal, as an internationally recognized journal in the field of English language teaching.
3. To host conferences and seminars addressing important issues concerning ELT in Asia.
4. To develop proficiency guidelines and assessment methods designed for the needs of the Asian context.
5. To develop programs for Asian learners and teachers of English to build their English language proficiency and cultural understanding and provide them with the skills required to be efficient English teaching professionals.
간행물
간행물명
The Journal of AsiaTEFL
간기
계간
pISSN
1738-3102
eISSN
2466-1511
수록기간
2004~2026
등재여부
SCOPUS,KCI 등재
십진분류
KDC 740DDC 420
이 권호 내 다른 논문 / The Journal of AsiaTEFL Vol.22 No.2