INTEGReading Program: integrating Reading into the Senior High School Curriculum

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This paper, which is theoretically underpinned by the fundamental processes of integration in the curriculum, presents a research-based design of a reading integration program across the disciplines to be implemented in the senior high school.

METHODS

The designing of the program has undergone a series of experts' validation to ensure effective integrations. The senior high school strands include Humanities and Social Sciences of the Academic Track to Home Economics of the Technical-Vocational Track are currently offered in the Gov. Juanito Reyes Remulla Senior High School. The participants of the study are two (2) teachers, 10 students from the Academic Track, and ten (10) students from the Technical-Vocational Track. Moreover, the study underwent three phases of implementation.

RESULTS

Findings revealed that the participants gained a positive impact on the pilot implementation of the program. Majority of the participants perceived the invaluable importance of reading in their academic and personal life.

DISCUSSIONS

In view of the findings of this study, the study recommends the development of modules and other related materials that are in the context of the disciplines. Furthermore, a subsequent study is recommended for comparative purposes for continued improvement.