Hi all,
Are there English corpora or datasets that gather texts for L2 reading practice? I'm conducting an intervention study where L2 learners (CEFR level: A2-B1, and B1-B2) practice reading with different conditions in the CALL environment, but first of all, I need texts that can be implemented in the system. Previous research has mainly used texts from textbooks, newspapers, or past TOEFL exams (that come with reading comprehension tests additionally), but it would be great if I could know other sources for text gathering.
Thanks in advance!
Yes, there are English corpora and datasets available that gather texts specifically for L2 (second language) reading practice. These resources are designed to provide learners with a wide range of texts at different levels of difficulty to enhance their reading skills in English. Some popular corpora and datasets for L2 reading practice in English include:
1. Cambridge English Corpus: This corpus contains a large collection of English texts from various sources, including books, newspapers, and magazines. It is widely used for language learning and assessment purposes, providing learners with authentic texts for reading practice.
2. British National Corpus (BNC): The BNC is a comprehensive corpus of written and spoken British English. It includes a diverse range of texts, making it a valuable resource for L2 learners to practice reading and comprehension.
3. Simple English Wikipedia: Simple English Wikipedia is a simplified version of the regular Wikipedia, written in simplified English. It provides learners with access to a wide range of subjects while using simpler vocabulary and sentence structures.
These corpora and datasets offer learners a diverse range of texts to practice reading skills, cater to different proficiency levels, and provide opportunities for vocabulary expansion and comprehension development.
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