The Effects of Vocabulary Skills on the Reading Comprehension of Grade 2 Pupils in Selected Elementary Schools in Cabiao, Nueva Ecija
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Bachelor in Elementary Education, Vocabulary Skills Reading Comprehension, Independent Vocabulary Awareness, Vocabulary support and ApplicationAbstract
This study examined the impact of vocabulary skills on the reading comprehension of Grade 2 pupils in selected elementary schools in Cabiao, Nueva Ecija. Specifically, it examined independent vocabulary awareness, support, and application, and how these factors relate to comprehension levels. Using a descriptive quantitative design with quota sampling, the researchers assessed 114 pupils identified as struggling readers through validated questionnaires and secondary reading comprehension data. Results showed that independent vocabulary awareness, support, and application were rated as "Good," while overall reading comprehension remained at the instructional level. Statistical analysis using Pearson's r indicated no significant correlation between vocabulary skills and reading comprehension. The findings suggest that although vocabulary development supports reading readiness, it does not predict comprehension outcomes in isolation. This highlights the need for varied instructional approaches addressing decoding skills, fluency, and contextual reading strategies.
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