Reading Attitude and Comprehension of Senior High School Learners in Cluster 1

Abstract

The study was conducted to determine the relationship between reading attitude and comprehension of senior high school learners in cluster 1, Davao City Division. The study used a non-experimental descriptive-correlational research design, where it utilized an adapted survey instrument to gather responses from the 100 randomly selected teacher-respondents. Data gathered were treated using Mean scores with descriptive interpretation, Pearson r and Simple Linear Regression Analysis. Findings revealed that the reading attitude of Senior High School Learners in terms of enjoyment in reading, willingness to read challenging materials, frequency of reading and attitude towards reading assignments is moderately extensive; likewise, comprehension of senior high school learners in terms of making inferences, understanding vocabulary, understanding the main idea and monitoring comprehension is moderately extensive. There is a significant relationship between reading attitude and comprehension of senior high school learners. Indicators of reading attitude in terms of reading frequency, enjoyment, willingness to read challenging materials and attitude towards reading assignments significantly influenced comprehension among senior high school learners. Future research may identify barriers and challenges teachers face and investigate factors such as access to technology, teacher readiness, support systems, and institutional policies. This research may be used to develop strategies to overcome these challenges and promote the successful implementation of innovative teaching methods.