Project RACE (Reading with Accuracy and Comprehension in English)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Reading is one of the basic skills an individual should possess. The school utilized Philippine Informa Reading Inventory (Phil IRI) to measure the reading ability of learners. It is used to measure readers and non-readers whether they are classified under frustration, instructional, and independent. Based from the result, 60% of the Grade III pupils were considered under Frustration Level and 30% arein Instructional Level, while 10% are independent readers. This will affect their performance in many discipline or subject areas. As early as Grade III, they should be given appropriate interventions.Thus, 12 Grade III pupils who were identified under frustration level as the target of this project.

METHODS

Different methods were used in Project RACE (Reading with Accuracy and Comprehension in English) hence its main objective was to improve the reading performance Grade Three pupils by 75% or 9 out of 12 Grade III pupils under frustration levels in word recognition and reading comprehension. Steps in CIP (Continuous Improvement Plan) were strictly followed like Assess, Analyze, and Act. Different strategies, techniques, and materials were employed for the implementation of the program.

RESULTS

Result showed that 50% or six (6) out of 12 Grade Three pupils in frustration level was moved to instructional level. Though not all pupils in the frustration level were moved to another level. Only 30% or 6 out of 20 pupils remained in frustration level. Different strategies, techniques and materials were employed and used by the program to improve the reading abilities of pupils. These are using English Reading Kit (Level 1), Interactive reading using ICT, colorful reading materials downloaded from the internet, big books and small story books. The materials used depended on the reading ability of pupils.

DISCUSSIONS

Every pupil has his own way of learning. Some can learn fast, some through constant practice while others need thorough teaching. Just be patient in dealing with them. They needed more time, effort and love to learn hence they lack reading readiness. Basics on reading needs to be established upon them. Pupils must be respected. Peer tutoring was also utilized. Commitment of the school personnel, community and parents to continue providing remediation to frustration level pupils is highly appreciated.