Utilization of Spelling Modules to Improve Vocabulary Skills

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Vocabulary is the basic component to help students in mastering language. They learn language skills if they have enough vocabulary. In any field, learning vocabulary is emphasized. Students have to develop their vocabulary. Developing a good vocabulary will help improve their ability in learning vocabulary. Many of the vocabularies in an English Textbook have to be learned. Without it, no one can speak or understand the language. It means that people cannot write a word or make a sentence well, when they do not master it. This Action Research was undertaken to describe the impact of spelling modules as intervention materials to improve vocabulary skills among the Grade III (27) pupils of Loma Elementary School. The subject of this study were constantly given instructions and various activities in vocabulary, yet their performance remains to be satisfactory. By looking into the perspective of a teacher who values the use of Instructional Materials in teaching any subject, it is a must that the objective/target of the lesson were achieved. This study was conducted for the purpose of conceiving the effectiveness of the utilization of spelling modules for the improvement of pupils' vocabulary skills.

METHODS

This study utilized the descriptive type of research wherein the data gathered from the respondents were tabulated. The respondents were grouped according to the results of the Pre-Test. It was a 30-item teacher-made test which was designed to measure the vocabulary skills of the Grade III pupils. The items were analyzed and the results were interpreted.

RESULTS

It was concluded that the utilization of spelling modules was of great help in developing pupils’ vocabulary skills. Vocabulary Skills can be further improved through the use of spelling modules and there is a significant increase in pupils’ vocabulary skills upon the intensive utilization of spelling modules. Utilization of spelling modules contributed to better learning of vocabulary among pupils. Post-test results indicated that pupils taught with the use of modules had significantly better retention.

DISCUSSIONS

The proponents recommend that teachers should intensify the use of spelling modules in teaching vocabulary. They should have a compilation of spelling modules for an easy and immediate utilization. They should attend trainings and relevant seminars related to preparation of Instructional Materials like modules.