The role of emotional intelligence in reading comprehension performance : a systematic review of the literature

Abstract EN

Emotional intelligence has been a well-researched topic for the past few decades.

The role of emotional intelligence in reading comprehension performance has been explored extensively.

The basic objective of this literature review paper is to draw attention to studies conducted in the last twelve years regarding the role of emotional intelligence in reading comprehension achievement.

Previous reviews have focused on the relationships between emotional intelligence and a diverse range of academic achievements.

However, there is a dearth of reviews on the relationship between emotional intelligence and reading performance.

A total of fourteen studies were reviewed based on two key aspects, firstly, 'variables' and secondly, 'research design'.

Variables included context of studies, gender, and ethnicity, whereas, research design included research approaches and quasi-experimental studies.

This study also provides recommendations for future research regarding emotional intelligence and reading comprehension performance.

It is the aim that potential researchers would benefit from this paper's analysis of'' the current research trends regarding reading emotional intelligence.