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Description
This presentation demonstrates Xreading Virtual Library (VL), an innovative online platform that transforms extensive reading programs by providing students with unlimited access to hundreds of graded readers—anytime, anywhere. Research on vocabulary learning from extensive reading and graded readers shows that these activities not only improve reading fluency and meaning-focused input but also enhance related skills such as writing (Nation, 1997; 2007). Designed to simplify and enrich both teaching and learning, Xreading VL integrates a user-friendly Learning Management System (LMS) that empowers educators to track student progress, monitor reading habits, and guide learners toward appropriate materials. According to Nation and Waring (2019), vocabulary acquisition is maximized when learners read texts at the right level for their ability. At this technological fair, participants will explore how Xreading supports language development by combining accessibility, data-driven insights, and motivational tools such as reading goals. They will also discover how this platform brings the benefits of extensive reading into the digital age—making reading more flexible, enjoyable, and effective for both learners and teachers.
Biography
Marissa Oda is a full-time EFL Lecturer at Nagoya University of Foreign Studies in Japan. She holds an MA in Language Education from Saint Louis University in the Philippines and has over 20 years of experience teaching English to speakers of other languages. Her research interests include learning strategies, learner autonomy, independent learning, and extensive reading. She is particularly passionate about helping students develop the skills and confidence needed to become autonomous learners.
