STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF THE EXTENSIVE READING ACTIVITY AMONG FIRST-YEAR ENGLISH MAJOR STUDENTS AT SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES AND TOURISM

Abstract

The importance of reading in second or foreign language acquisition is well-established, and
extensive reading has been widely recognized for its benefits. However, little is known about students’
perceptions of the activity, particularly among first-year English major students at the School of
Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry. This 10-week research study, involving 52
students, aimed to analyze their perceptions of the extensive reading activity. Through the use of
questionnaires and an analysis of students’ weekly reading logs, the study revealed that students
perceived improvement in vocabulary, increased engagement, and a more positive attitude toward
reading. The findings offer valuable insights for educators and researchers interested in exploring
extensive reading further.