The Effect of Using Graphic Organizers on Jordanian EFL Tenth Grade Students' Reading Comprehension and their Attitudes towards Using them

This study investigates the impact of using graphic organizers on reading comprehension and the attitudes of Jordanian EFL tenth grade students. The sample consisted of 84 students from Zainab Bent Al-Rasoul Basic School for Girls, divided into a control group (n=41) and an experimental group (n=43). The experimental group received instruction using graphic organizers—specifically semantic maps, concept maps, and story maps—while the control group followed conventional teaching methods. The research employed pre- and post-reading comprehension tests and an attitudinal scale to measure the effects. Results indicated that the use of graphic organizers significantly enhanced students' reading comprehension scores and fostered positive attitudes towards their use. The study also found that higher reading comprehension levels correlated with improved attitudes towards graphic organizers. The findings suggest that incorporating graphic organizers into reading instruction can engage students more effectively, promote independent learning, and improve overall comprehension skills. Based on these results, recommendations are provided for educators to utilize graphic organizers in their teaching practices.