Paul Goldberg
Xreading
Paul Goldberg taught English as a foreign language for 20 years and is the founder of Xreading, which he developed because of his desire to make graded readers more accessible for students, and extensive reading programs easier for teachers to manage. Email: paul@xreading.com.
Sessions
Increase Motivation With the Best Graded Readers
A positive reading experience will encourage students to continue to read. This is one of the main objectives of extensive reading. However, knowing which books students will enjoy is challenging. In this workshop, the presenters will share findings of the “best” graded readers based on various sources, including student surveys, teacher recommendations, and the winning titles from the Extensive Reading Foundation’s Language Learner Literature awards.
Xreading: What’s New and What’s Next
A completely new version of Xreading, the digital library of graded readers, was launched this year. In this presentation, the founder of Xreading will explain the new features and functionality that has been added and what is planned for the future. Current users of the system are encouraged to provide feedback and suggestions based on their experience.