Project RACE: Reading and Achieving through Creative Engagement
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21397594Keywords:
Project RACE, reading proficiency, peer-assisted learning, localized materials, educational interventionAbstract
This action research study investigates the effectiveness of Project RACE (Reading and Achieving through Creative Engagement), an intervention program designed to improve the reading skills of Grade 7 students in a public school. The program utilized peer-assisted reading sessions, localized teacher-made materials, and continuous monitoring to enhance students' reading proficiency. The study involved 20 Grade 7 students, and data from pre- and post-tests, along with feedback from both students and teachers, were analyzed. The findings revealed that 89% of students demonstrated significant improvement in reading proficiency by the end of the school year, achieving the project's goal of reducing the number of non-readers by 50%. The results underscore the effectiveness of peer mentoring, teacher-made materials, and structured reading activities in promoting literacy.
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