The Role of Grammar in Second Language Reading Comprehension: Iranian ESP Context

This study investigates the extent to which knowledge of grammar accounts for effectiveness in L2 reading comprehension. It is a qualitative study focusing on various aspects of grammatical knowledge involved in reading comprehension. Based on the overview of L2 reading research and the data elicite...

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Published in:Procedia, social and behavioral sciences social and behavioral sciences, 2014-05, Vol.98, p.122-126
Main Author: Akbari, Zahra
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
academic context
knowledge of grammar
L2 learners
reading comprehension
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Summary:This study investigates the extent to which knowledge of grammar accounts for effectiveness in L2 reading comprehension. It is a qualitative study focusing on various aspects of grammatical knowledge involved in reading comprehension. Based on the overview of L2 reading research and the data elicited from second language learners, how grammar makes a unique contribution to L2 reading comprehension is emphasized.
ISSN:1877-0428
1877-0428
DOI:10.1016/j.sbspro.2014.03.397