The Impact of Implementing Project DREAM (Developing Readers' Early Appreciation of Meaningful Reading) to Grade II Pupils

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

As the school gives importance to developing total learners, the Pre Oral-Reading Assessment was conducted, and the result revealed an alarming number of Struggling Readers. As a response, the Project Developing Readers' Early Appreciation of Meaningful Reading was implemented.

METHODS

The school conducted an orientation on the nature and scope of the remedial reading program to teachers, pupils, and parents to increase their familiarity with the program and stimulate their love for reading. Conference with teachers and pupils, as well as home visitations, were conducted. There was also brainstorming of ideas to help in the implementation of Project DREAM. It was hoped that through the program, children will develop greater fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies.

RESULTS

Improving the reading ability of pupils reduced the number of struggling readers in English of Grade II class. In the course of the implementation, out of 10 struggling readers, zero non-readers were achieved. The finding shows that Project DREAM is highly successful. Thus, the project contributes to attaining Department of Education’s Vision and Mission.

DISCUSSIONS

Project DREAM covers the totality of developing the pupils' ability in reading to help them appreciate reading, as well as support and equip them with skills to help them cope with their lessons not only in English but also in other subject areas. It is important for schools to provide similar projects that are beneficial to the community and more importantly, to the learners.