Learners’ Reading Comprehension Skills
Keywords:
Reading Comprehension, Identifying the Main Idea or Noting Details, Answering Direct Recall Questions, Making Inferences, Drawing Conclusions, Sequencing Events, Identifying unfamiliar vocabularyAbstract
Reading comprehension is crucial for success and effective functioning in modern society. Understanding what is being read entails not just comprehending the content but also comprehending it thoroughly. This study aimed to determine the level of learners’ reading comprehension skills in a medium-sized division in the Central Philippines for the school year 2023-2024. This study specifically answered the following questions: 1) the reading comprehension skill level in identifying the main idea or noting details; answering direct recall questions; making inferences; drawing conclusions; sequencing events; and identifying unfamiliar vocabulary; 2) the learners' reading comprehension level when grouped according to the abovementioned variables; 3) the significant difference in the level of learners' reading comprehension skills when grouped and compared according to the abovementioned variables. This study employed the descriptive research design, specifically a descriptive approach. Purposive sampling procedures were adopted. The learners’ reading comprehension was “frustration,” which means that readers found reading materials so tricky that they could not successfully respond to the text, also means they are struggling to achieve a basic level of comprehension when reading texts. These findings underscore the importance of the teacher’s role to develop and provide regular opportunities for students to practice reading aloud to improve fluency and articulation. Also, various stakeholders allocate funds to promote literacy programs and initiatives in local schools, such as reading materials and teacher professional development.
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