Home⇛bukal: The Official Research Journal of LCBA Master of Arts in Education⇛vol. 1 no. 2 (2025)

Development and Validation of Critical Reading Intervention Materials for Grade 12 Students

Jihan Grace O. Calay | Bianca C. Cansanay | Gian Reuel F. Padua

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study aimed to develop and validate critical reading intervention materials tailored for Grade 12 students at Laguna College of Business and Arts. Grounded in Constructivist Theory and the ADDIE instructional design model, the research addressed the pressing need to enhance students’ critical reading skills, especially in light of the Philippines' low performance in international assessments such as PISA. The intervention materials were designed to improve comprehension, analytical thinking, and engagement with academic texts. Using a developmental research design, the study involved thirty Grade 12 students who participated in a structured pretest-posttest evaluation. The materials were assessed for validity and acceptability by a panel of experts, including educators and curriculum specialists. Statistical analysis revealed a significant improvement in students’ posttest scores, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention. The workbook was rated highly in terms of clarity, usefulness, presentation, and suitability, confirming its alignment with the Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs) prescribed by the Department of Education. The findings underscore the importance of integrating critical reading strategies into senior high school curricula and provide a replicable model for instructional material development. The study contributes to the broader goal of fostering critical literacy and academic resilience among Filipino learners.



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