Home⇛International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research⇛vol. 5 no. 12 (2024)

Implementation of Phil-Iri Program and English Competence in Oral Read-ing of Grade 6 Pupils

Uniqcca L. Plotado

Discipline: social sciences (non-specific)

 

Abstract:

This study explored the implementation of the Phil-IRI Program and its impact on the English oral reading competence of Grade 6 pupils in public elementary schools in San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines. Using a descriptive-correlational approach with 557 pupils and 26 teachers in the district of San Marcelino, Zambales, it assessed oral reading competence levels before and after the pro-gram's implementation. Results showed that most pupils were at the instructional level pre-implementation but demonstrated significant improvements post-implementation. The findings highlight the value of regular reading assessments and interventions in ad-dressing reading comprehension challenges. The study recom-mends ongoing evaluation of reading programs and professional development for teachers to enhance literacy outcomes and instructional effectiveness.



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