Difficulties in Spelling Encountered by Grade V Pupils of Compradia Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The development of written language has been heralded as man's greatest invention, affecting the course of history as much as the invention of the wheel. Teaching spelling systematically can also dispel the myth that spelling is unpredictable and too confusing for all but those with a natural gift for it, which often happens when a "correct mistakes as they happen" approach is taken. The idea that English is too mixed up to make sense is a myth perpetuated by a lack of instruction and poor teacher preparation. Spelling is not simple, but when people understand its structure, it is perfectly decodable and not limited to people "born to spell" to understand.

METHODS

To figure out theproblem, every mistake committed by the students was monitored and considered as the weak points. Meanwhile, every correct answer done was considered strong points. Mistakes were treated as the common difficulties in solving and from the correct answer given exists the possible remedies to overcome the difficulties. The formulation of an action program was established so as to show the success indicator for every possible solution done.

RESULTS

This section presents the tables, analysis, and interpretation of data. Likewise, it includes the results obtained through the questionnaire and the action plan which highlights the researcher's proposed activities to remedy difficulties in spelling.

DISCUSSIONS

After the results were tallied, analyzed and statistically treated, it was made certain that several difficulties do exist in the English classes. It is also apparent that students' performance in their English subjects is also greatly affected by these difficulties encountered.

With this, a plan of action to remedy this malady was constructed and applied. This plan of action highlights some activities which were done to minimize if not totally eliminate the existence of fear in spelling the students to work carefully, and motivate the students to have a good study habits.