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Building Strategic Readers: The Effects of Online Training on Comprehension

Rabia Börekci(TC MİLLİ EĞİTİM BAKANLIĞI BALIKESİR)0000-0001-5678-7365
Aysun Yavuz(CANAKKALE ONSEKIZ MART UNIVERSITY)0000-0001-6838-8695
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859–890
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2025-10-29
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Keywords:Reading comprehension, Strategy training,Online training, Language learner

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Amaç & Hipotez:This study examined the effects of an 8-week online strategy training program on reading comprehension of 8th-grade EFL learners in Türkiye.
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Temel Bulgular & Veri:The program introduced eight strategies across the pre-, during-, and post-reading stages, progressing in complexity.
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Sonuç & Katkı:Keywords:Reading comprehension, Strategy training,Online training, Language learner
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⚙️Değişkenler:Reading comprehension · Strategy training · Online training

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This study examined the effects of an 8-week online strategy training program on reading comprehension of 8th-grade EFL learners in Türkiye. The program introduced eight strategies across the pre-, during-, and post-reading stages, progressing in complexity. This single case study employed a mixed-methods approach, incorporating pre-, post-, and delayed post-tests; a topic familiarity quiz; think-aloud protocols; diaries; and interviews. The findings showed significant improvement in reading comprehension, which was sustained over time. Think-aloud protocols revealed the students' metacognitive awareness and adaptability. The diaries identified areas for improvement, such as materials, engagement, and technical challenges. Interviews provided positive feedback while suggesting enhancements, including real-life content, better timing between learning and application, and an extended duration for exam preparation. This study underscores the effectiveness of online strategy training in improving reading comprehension and highlights the need for further research to optimize its implementation. Keywords:Reading comprehension, Strategy training,Online training, Language learner

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This study examined the effects of an 8-week online strategy training program on reading comprehension of 8th-grade EFL learners in Türkiye. The program introduced eight strategies across the pre-, during-, and post-reading stages, progressing in complexity. This single case study employed a mixed-methods approach, incorporating pre-, post-, and delayed post-tests; a topic familiarity quiz; think-aloud protocols; diaries; and interviews. The findings showed significant improvement in reading comprehension, which was sustained over time. Think-aloud protocols revealed the students' metacognitive awareness and adaptability. The diaries identified areas for improvement, such as materials, engagement, and technical challenges. Interviews provided positive feedback while suggesting enhancements, including real-life content, better timing between learning and application, and an extended duration for exam preparation. This study underscores the effectiveness of online strategy training in improving reading comprehension and highlights the need for further research to optimize its implementation. Keywords:Reading comprehension, Strategy training, Online training, Language learner

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Börekci, R., Yavuz, A. (2025). Building Strategic Readers: The Effects of Online Training on Comprehension. Dil Eğitimi ve Araştırmaları Dergisi, Cilt: 11 Sayı: 2, 859–890. https://doi.org/10.31464/jlere.1657479

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