Improving Pupil's Reading Level through Varied Teaching Reading Strategies

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Learners who had difficulties copying the lessons are those who are left behind and who have not developed their reading skills. The alarming result of Phil Iri conducted in Gobat South District is one of the real scenarios that describe the situation of these learners. The proponent became inspire by conducting this research to improve the present reading scenario in the district. Specifically, this aimed to find answers to the following sub-problem:

What are the reading levels of Grade VI learners in Gobat South District as revealed in PHIL IRI?

What are the teaching strategies used by the teachers in the district in teaching reading?

What are the difficulties encountered by the teachers teaching reading in the district?

How do teaching strategies affect the reading level of pupils as assessed by the teachers?

METHODS

This study used the descriptive method of research for it is essentially concerned with the analysis of the answers using a questionnaire. Interview questions were conducted to gather information on the teaching strategies teachers commonly used. The researcher used the (Phil IRI) Pre-Test result conducted in each school in the district. She used scaling to quantify the variables of the study. For sub-problems 1-4, percentage and frequency count were employed.

RESULTS

Based on the analysis, grade VI pupils of Gobat South District have a different reading level. The result exhibited that pupils reading levels were different in English and Filipino. It was found out that teachers commonly used explicit and four-pronged approach. Limited time spent in reading was the most serious problem encountered while the non-standard classroom was the least serious problem encountered. Teaching strategies which are pupil-centered had a great impact on reading performance. Teachers strongly agreed that sound recognition is the foundation towards reading mastery.

DISCUSSIONS

The reading level of Grade VI pupils in the District was varied. The most serious problem encountered by teachers was the limited time spent by pupils in reading related to a lack of reading habits among pupils. Time was one of the keys to developing a reading habit which may result to improve the reading level. Suited teaching strategies can greatly affect the reading levels of pupils especially those teaching strategies which are pupil-centered and based on their experiences. The use of varied materials such as SIMs and reading sheets will be a great help to increase the reading level and ensure the meaningful teaching-learning outcome.