bachelorThesis
Enhancing online reading comprehension in a blended learning context
Fecha
2022-01-24Autor
Carbo Chamba, Karla Domenica
Institución
Resumen
This research synthesis aims to explore the effects of Blended Learning on students ́
online reading comprehension of English texts. Eighteen studies from different databases were
selected for the analysis. The inclusion and exclusion criteria of the study included a) studies
carried out in EFL, ESL, or ESP classrooms where English was the target language, b) studies
published from 2013 to 2020. Findings exposed that Blended Learning could be considered
practical to improve reading comprehension of digital texts. This study also revealed that online
reading strategies are crucial to improving the comprehension of digital texts. However, it is
recommended for teachers to include and integrate online learning platforms specifically
designed to reinforce students’ reading abilities and comprehension. Finally, due to the lack of
studies of Blended Learning in Latin America, further research on the effects of this educational
approach on reading comprehension is suggested.