The Assessment of Reading Comprehension Proficiency of Grade School Learners as Basis for Remediation Program

Journal Title: Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal - Year 2023, Vol 14, Issue 6

Abstract

The main objective of this study was assessment of the reading comprehension proficiency of grade school learners in terms of the following variables: getting the main idea, noting details, and sequencing of events among the 35 learners of Yusop Dais Elementary School enrolled in Grade IV AY 2016-2017. The data were gathered through a Reading Comprehension Proficiency Test (RCPT) developed by the researcher. This instrument underwent validation by a panel of experts and pilot testing for reliability analysis where an acceptable coefficient of 0.77 was found. The study found out the significant difference in the level of proficiency along the aforementioned variables. Moreover, study revealed that the level of proficiency was less proficient in the three variables tested and the overall level of proficiency was also less proficient, they have not fully acquire the reading proficiency necessary for them to comprehend the reading materials used. Meanwhile, there was no significant difference in the level of proficiency along the variables, thus the null hypothesis is accepted. The outputs of the study, would give substantial insights for the teachers to develop teaching reading techniques in the grade school level therefore, it is recommended that development of reading remediation program be implemented.

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Fatima Zahra Sali

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Fatima Zahra Sali (2023). The Assessment of Reading Comprehension Proficiency of Grade School Learners as Basis for Remediation Program. Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 14(6), -. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-729214