STRENGTHENING READING COMPREHENSION THROUGH PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT: AN ACTION RESEARCH AMONG GRADE VI LEARNERS OF BANI RELOCATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Author Name: 1. Liezel T. Eclarinal

Volume/Issue: 06/10

Country: Philippines

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2026-28781945/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. President Ramon Magsaysay State University, Philippines

ABSTRACT

This study assessed the impact of parental involvement on Grade VI learners' reading comprehension at Bani Relocation Elementary School through a remedial reading program. Using a mixed-method design, it combined quantitative pretest-posttest data from the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) and qualitative data from parent and teacher reflections. Results showed significant improvements in reading comprehension, with many students shifting from Frustration and Instructional levels to Independent readers. Parental involvement played a key role, with high engagement in planning, meetings, and home support. Statistical analysis confirmed significant progress, and a positive correlation between parental involvement and reading improvement was found. The study highlights the importance of home-school collaboration in enhancing literacy and recommends expanding the program and enhancing teacher training to support broader academic success.

Key words: Parental Involvement, Remedial Reading Program, Philippine Informal Reading Inventory, Home-School Collaboration, Literacy Development