All levels Extensive reading in foreign language learning: A concept analysis more

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There are a variety of terms for extensive reading (ER) such as pleasure reading or free voluntary reading, resulting in some confusion about the definition or operationalization of ER itself. This has caused the ER research to be inconsistent in both research findings and understandings among researchers. As one of the solutions for clarifying and identifying the concept of ER in foreign language learning, this research focuses on a method of concept analysis, which aims to resolve a concept into simpler elements. The results show previous ER studies can be summarized in three elements: attributes (e.g., a massive amount of reading, appropriate learning environments), antecedents (e.g., engagement, interests), and consequences (e.g., autonomy, self-confidence). These findings will be beneficial for researchers in that they can differentiate ER as an academic term from similar terms or the daily use of the term and have a common understanding of ER research.