Reading Intervention Program to Decelerated Readers

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Some students in high school do not have the reading skills required in learning. They are called decelerated readers. The researchers believe this to be a serious case that needs to be attended to. Deceleration reading happens due to many reasons such as lack of time in practice reading, lack of interest in reading, etc. This may cause low self-esteem, low/failed grades and a loss of interest in studying.

METHODS

The researchers used quantitative research design. This research study utilized the quasi-experimental research to estimate the impact of the reading intervention program to decelerated readers. The data gathered were treated using the paired t-test.

RESULTS

Results show that students are more convinced reading intervention program’s effectiveness after they are able to recognize and read words. However, it must be noted that, it remains that they can't understand the meaning of the words they read. The teachers, on the other hand, are not convinced and satisfied with the results of the intervention program because of the lack in comprehension. The results only show a better word recognition through its alphabetical structure. There is a significant difference between the students’ and teachers’ perception of the effectiveness of the Reading Intervention Program.

DISCUSSIONS

English teachers should conduct regular activities and evaluations to monitor progress in reading comprehension of students.