Reading Performance of Pupils in the Philippine informal Reading Inventory (Phil-Iri)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Since Reading is a tool subject it should be given utmost attention to enhance learning capacity of students specially in elementary grades.

METHODS

The researcher used the descriptive survey method using documentary analysis. It also utilized the survey questionnaire used in the Phil-Iri to determine the level of reading performance of the pupils.

RESULTS

The results of the study show no significant difference in the reading performance of the pupils in the Central and non-central schools.

DISCUSSIONS

The researcher suggests varied activities and sufficient drills and exercises to be provided by the teachers in Grade I to VI to improve the reading performance of the pupils both in Central and Non-Central Schools, and for the teachers to be provided with trainings in teaching reading. Problems affecting reading performance of the pupils must be given utmost attention and the proposed reading plan must be implemented in both Central and Non-Central schools in Tabaco North North District, Tabaco City Division.