Fostering Autonomy through Digital Reading: Students' Evaluation of the ReadyRead Application

ReadyRead is an Android-based application which provides several features for scaffolding reading comprehension practice. It is the product of Design-Based Research. The present study examined high school students’ experience in using the application. An online questionnaire was employed to gather information on students’ opinions regarding the content, learning activities, and usability of the app. Results of the data analysis revealed the most favorable feature in the app perceived to be the most helpful for students in learning reading independently. Further, the app provides space for students to learn individually and collaboratively. Suggestions from the students are constructive and taken into account in the further development and sustainability of the app.