The Level of English Literacy of Grade 11 Students of GPGSHSS.Y 2018-2019

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The importance of English language in enhancing educational attainment through improved communication ability can never be over emphasized. When the students' proficiency in English language is high, it will definitely affect and improve their academic performance. In this study, the researchers measured the English literacy of the students in GPGSHS SY 2018-2019 to determine theircompetency.

METHODS

In this study, quantitative research was used. Numerical data was collected through the use of different statistical techniques. The researchers used this type of research to determine the level of English literacy of the Grade 11 students of SY 2018-2019. 175 respondents answered the questionnaire prepared by the researchers with the following sub-tests: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar & Writing and Cloze test in accordance to the study presented by the International English Language Testing System(IELTS).

RESULTS

In this study, the statistical tools used were average mean and percentage. The researchers found out that the 175 students who participated obtained varying scores mostly from 5 up to 13 correct answers out of the 16-item questionnaire, garnering correct answers in between 31% to 81%. This shows that their knowledge falls under the category “competent.” The respondents were described as to having generally adequate command of the language despite some inaccuracies and misunderstandings. They understand some conventions in writing and can interpret a text. They know the structures but may not have a range. Categorized sub-test by sub-test, the respondents answered the Reading Comprehension best, having an average mean of 6.2, categorized as limited user, followed by Vocabulary with a mean of 5.4, labeled as limited user. The next was Cloze test with a mean of 3.5, interpreted as Extremely Limited User. Writing as the least correctly answered with a mean of 2.7, labeled as Extremely Limited User.

DISCUSSIONS

The results show that the level of English Literacy of the respondents is “competent” which defines the competency of the Senior High students as literate.