Improving Achievement through Reading Ability among Grade Four Pupils of Tinga Itaas Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research is undertaken to improve the reading ability among grade four pupils of Tinga Itaas Elementary School in the Division of Batangas City. Specifically it sought answers to the following problems, what are the performances of grade four pupils in the PHIL-IRI post Test and pre Test; how do the English teachers in Tinga Itaas Elementary School improve the achievements of grade four pupils through reading abilities and what intervention plans could be designed to improve the achievement and attitudes of pupils through reading abilities.

METHODS

The study employed the descriptive method of research using checklist questionnaire. The questionnaire was distributed to 12 teachers.

RESULTS

This research study found out that the Majority of the grade four pupils belong to the instructional level in their reading performances. Pupils perform well in the post-test. Tinga Itaas Elementary School Teachers follow the competencies listed in the TG's in teaching Reading and they also conducted remedial reading activities, but most of the programs and projects were not utilized and practice. There is a need to design intervention programs listed on the activities provided to improve the achievement of pupils through reading enhancement.

DISCUSSIONS

Through this research, school heads, teachers will be encouraged to do the same research focusing on the reading skills of pupils in other grade levels. The reading ability of pupils will be enhanced through proper intervention lessons.