Reading Comprehension through Classroom Group Work Activities among Grade one Pupils in San Felipe Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study was conducted to improve the level of reading comprehension of Grade one St. Elizabeth pupils at San Felipe Elementary School through group activities. The respondents of this study consisted of thirty four (34) Grade One Pupils enrolled at San Felipe Elementary School under the St. Elizabeth section. The respondents were provided with lessons and group activities concerning different topics.

METHODS

To achieve the purpose, the researcher utilized the descriptive method of research.

RESULTS

In this research, results revealed that the students made improvement in reading comprehension through interactive activities with their peers. When group work was used in a certain topic or lesson, students were active and enthusiastic in joining learning activity.

DISCUSSIONS

The test results showed improvement of the students' achievement. Group activities also facilitated Grade One learners to be more interactive and socialized in the classroom, so the researcher affirmed to utilize this approach to help learners to comprehend the text or stories they read or may read with understanding. It can be concluded that teaching reading comprehension using group work improves the students' reading comprehension.