Reading Enhancement Activities in Calicanto Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Reading program is a systematic instruction in reading skills and strategies. It seeks to generate a positive attitude toward the reading process through the changing of the reading habit, to change reading weakness into strength, to let teachers become aware of the learning techniques which can enable any persons or students to become successful in real life situation. Teachers can help readers continue to be taught reading skills in a sequential program of instruction designed to reinforce and to extend the skills and appreciation acquired in previous years, and to develop new skills as needed.

METHODS

This study employed the descriptive method of research. It utilized this since it involves collecting data in order to answer questions concerning the subject of the study. This research used the self-constructed questionnaire for teachers in order to obtain data. Questionnaires contained status of the existing reading program of teachers which were divided into three; the implementation, reading materials/facilities, and parent and teacher involvement. Verbal interpretation was also used. The data were tallied and tabulated for statistical treatment.

RESULTS

This study was premised on some reading theories deemed applicable in school particularly during reading program processes. The reading programs were reading recovery, early intervention, teacher-directed group reading activities, learning reading TM, reading tutoring and assertive reading technology. The developed functional reading program may be viewed and tried out before its implementation. Regular classroom reading instruction could be redesigned to ensure that appropriate instructional routine and materials are used. Parallel study could be conducted in the macro skills in language.

DISCUSSIONS

The reading program, intervention, materials and approaches should be scientifically-based and aligned with the core program and curriculum standards. On the other hand, the constraints met by teachers in the implementation of reading program were the use of technology to highly motivate and enhance the reading performance of the pupils, and the study habits and indifferent attitudes of parents. Collaborative efforts of all concerned is highly encouraged to make reading program effective.