Practice Makes Perfect: Utilization of Reading Drills to Assist Pupils Learn to Read at Bernardo Lirio Memorial Central School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Reading is a complex process allows the students to understand the text by utilizing different reading strategies. In this sense students with difficulties in recognizing words cannot automatically decipher the word meanings as well as how the words may be utilized in their own sentences. Similarly, students with difficulties in word usage have troubles with understanding the text.

METHODS

The researcher utilized descriptive research in responding to the questions of the study. In identifying the reading level of pupils, the Phil IRI assessment was utilized. In terms of the difficulties encountered in reading, a set of questions during Focus Group Discussion with teachers was conducted. Results were computed using frequency and percentage. Responses in the FGD were presented through transcripts of responses.

RESULTS

Data revealed that the majority of the pupils struggle in reading. Also, they have difficulties in recognizing basic sight words which are also a predicament of poor comprehension.

Teachers mentioned that their pupils need more help in terms of learning to read.

DISCUSSIONS

In relation to the gathered results, the researcher provided suggested drills in enhancing pupils reading skills. The trend of reading research may be a very common topic but this is very useful for the students on the researcher's local. Decreasing performance of students' reading abilities may be resolved through well planned and research-based reading program.