roject R-ME: An Intervention to Improve the Reading Skills of Grade II Pupils

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this action research is to improve the reading ability of the pupils through the use of Project R-ME. Its focused is on different innovations that can be used to help non-readers.

METHODS

The respondents of this action research are composed of 6 males and 4 females of Grade II in Banca-Banca Elementary School that are non-readers. This was an output-based action. Teacher-made module and Self-regulated reading materials were used to help pupils to read and serve as an intervention forthem to find reading easier and simpler. Remedial classes were used by the teachers for the actual implementation.

RESULTS

By the end of the action research 6 out of 10 pupils were able to read CVC words, phrases and simple sentences. The researchers used the pre-test and the post-test MPS of the pupils to determine their improvement.

DISCUSSIONS

Follow up at home is an effective tool for the pupils to improve their reading difficulty. Modules and Self-Regulated reading materials are effective ways in helping pupils to read.