RESEARCH DESIGN
The primary objective of this research is to investigate the correlation
between targeted reading interventions and improved reading comprehension
levels among criminology freshmen at Emilio Aguinaldo College. Specifically,
the study aims to assess whether the implementation of a personalized
reading plan tailored to individual learning styles yields a more significant
improvement in reading comprehension compared to a one-size-fits-all
approach.
Data Collection Techniques
1. Surveys and Learning Style Assessments: Administer surveys and
learning style assessments to understand the diverse learning preferences of
criminology freshmen.
2. Reading Comprehension Tests: Conduct pre- and post-intervention
reading comprehension tests to measure the impact of personalized reading
plans on students' comprehension levels.
3. Observations: Observe and record students' reading habits,
frequency, and variety of reading materials to correlate with comprehension
improvements.
4. Feedback and Assessment Records: Gather continuous assessment
data, including feedback on reading assignments, to analyze its contribution
to sustained improvement.
Data Analysis Methods
1. Correlational Analysis: Employ statistical techniques to assess the
correlation between targeted reading interventions and reading
comprehension levels.
2. Comparative Analysis: Compare the improvement in reading
comprehension between the personalized approach group and the one-size-
fits-all group.
3. Content Analysis: Analyze qualitative data from observations and
feedback to gain insights into students' intrinsic motivation and attitudes
towards reading.
Procedures
1. Randomized Control Trial (RCT): Implement an RCT to assign
participants randomly to either the personalized reading plan group or the
traditional approach group.
2. Longitudinal Data Collection: Collect data over the academic term to
track changes in comprehension levels and assess the sustained impact of
continuous assessments.
3. Qualitative Interviews: Conduct qualitative interviews with a subset of
participants to gather in-depth insights into their intrinsic motivation and
attitudes towards the reading materials.
This comprehensive research design ensures a systematic and rigorous
investigation, employing both quantitative and qualitative methods to provide
a holistic understanding of the correlation between targeted reading
interventions and improved reading comprehension levels among criminology
freshmen at Emilio Aguinaldo College.