Qualitative Research into Reading in English as a Foreign Language in Indonesia – Quo Vadis?

Authors

  • Harits Masduqi Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7661-7088
  • Fatimah Fatimah The University of Sydney, Australia
  • Arif Subiyanto Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24256/itj.v3i2.1805

Keywords:

EFL reading, extensive reading, intensive reading, models of reading

Abstract

Reading is a multidimensional, intellectual activity, which requires specific skills and strategies. Indonesian researchers have conducted research addressing various issues in reading in the domain of English as a Foreign Language/EFL. This article reviews the current development of theories and models of EFL reading and qualitative research into EFL reading in Indonesia. Through discussion of theoretical and practical perspectives, it appears that EFL reading researchers and teachers in Indonesia are interested in promoting and conducting studies not only on the effectiveness of intensive reading, but also of extensive reading in their academic institutions. In this way, their students will have sufficient opportunities to gain competence in both types of reading, and will develop the capability of using their knowledge of English to capitalise on the advancement of science and technology in the global world.

Author Biographies

Harits Masduqi, Universitas Negeri Malang

Harits Masduqi is a faculty member of the Department of English, Faculty of Letters, Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia. His research interests include Applied Linguistics/TESOL, Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, Cross-Cultural Understanding, Discourse Analysis, and Indonesian Studies. He earned his B.Ed. and M.Ed. in English from Universitas Islam Malang, M.Ed. in TESOL from Monash University of Melbourne, and Certificate in English Language Teaching from University of Cambridge. He can be contacted at harits.masduqi.fs@um.ac.id.

Fatimah Fatimah, The University of Sydney

Fatimah is a faculty member of the Department of English Literature, Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia. Her research interests include Applied Linguistics, Academic Writing, English Skill Courses, English Language Assessment, and Second Language Acquisition. She earned her B.Ed. in English from IKIP Negeri Malang and M.Appl.Ling. from Monash University of Melbourne. She is currently doing her PhD in TESOL at the University of Sydney. She can be contacted at ffat7613@uni.sydney.edu.au.

Arif Subiyanto, Universitas Negeri Malang

Arif Subiyanto is a professional translator, interpreter, and faculty member of the Department of English, Faculty of Letters, Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia. His research interests include English Skill Courses, Grammar, Literature, and Translation Studies. He earned his B.A. in English from Universitas Negeri Surakarta and M.A. in English from University of Queensland. He can be contacted at arif.subiyanto.fs@um.ac.id.

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