Factors Affecting the Reading Performance of Grades V & VI Pupils

AUTHOR(S)

Vanessa F. Cabaluna

ABSTRACT

The study aimed to determine the significant relationship between the extent of factors affecting the reading performance of grades V & VI pupils. Utilizing the descriptive-correlational survey research design for an in-depth analysis of the study, the researcher used the researchermade reading passage, classroom observation tool for teachers, checklist on trainings attended, and a researcher-made survey on parental involvement. Simple Percentage, Weighted Mean and Pearson r were the statistical tools used. The data revealed that early literacy skills of the pupils, teacher effectiveness and parental involvement of parents correlates with reading performance. This showed that very high extent of early literacy skills and teacher effectiveness and moderate involvement of parents to school activities results to instructional reading performance.