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Building a Habit of Independent Reading with Digital Extensive Reading
Developing independent reading habits is essential for language acquisition and fostering a love for learning. However, many students struggle with traditional reading due to limited choice and motivation. Before the Global Readers Project at Khanbogd First School, students found reading boring, and teachers avoided teaching it. This initiative, involving over 400 students, integrates Xreading e-books, providing leveled digital books tailored to students’ interests and proficiency. The project encourages autonomy, engagement, and reading fluency. As a result, students have developed a love for reading and gained confidence, thanks to easy-to-understand, interesting, and varied books. Participants will learn about the implementation process, challenges faced, and strategies for overcoming disengagement and teacher reluctance. Insights from this experience will offer practical takeaways for educators to incorporate extensive reading into their teaching and cultivate a culture of independent reading.
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Tamir Myagmarsuren is an English Teaching Mentor in Mongolia and a dedicated educator at Khanbogd First School. She leads the Global Readers Project, integrating Xreading e-books to enhance students' literacy and foster a love for reading. As a Fulbright TEA fellow, she actively promotes innovative teaching methods and professional development. Tamiraa is an official member of Toastmasters International and a leader in the Shared Goal Professional Learning Community, where she supports fellow educators in continuous learning and collaboration. She is passionate about extensive reading, student empowerment, and building engaging learning environments.
