ENHANCING READING AND NUMERACY SKILLS AMONG ALS LEARNERS; AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY

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The research is a quantitative research study, particularly employing the Experimental study, which focuses on the reading and numeracy skills among ALS learners. This research study utilized a quasi-experimental design, with twenty learners who answered the 40-item one-group pre-test-post-test design. The subject of this study is the twenty ALS learners of Nabunturan National Comprehensive High School Community Learning Center. The results of the pretest revealed that the level of learners’ academic performance in reading and numeracy skills showed that the learners did not meet expectations. Intervention has been made, after the interference was applied, the level of learners’ performance showed satisfactory but nearing mastery level of competencies. In addition, the results also showed that there is a significant difference in the students' engagement and academic performance before and after the intervention. Based on the results of the study, the researcher recommended that all ALS Implementers and facilitators must be encouraged to create more activities that encourage learners to become more cooperative, self-expression, and shared experiences. Motivation also is very important to the learners to do better in the class. ALS programs can nurture a positive learning environment where learners not only grow academically but also gain the social and emotional skills necessary for success in life. In addition, the use of Community Learning Centers needs to have all necessary facilities such as televisions, computers, and other equipment to ensure learners stay competitive and up to date with new information. This study will greatly help learners as they go on their next journey in Junior High School.

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