Understanding the connections between reading habits and silent reading comprehension and enhancing the academic success of students

International Journal of Research Studies in Education
Special Luminary Issue
2025
Volume 14 Issue 4

Available Online:  20 February 2025

Author/s:

Cosico, Kate Tria C.*
De La Salle Integrated School, Philippines (kate.cerenado@dlsu.edu.ph)

Malonzo, Rouselle V.
Harmony Science School, USA (rmalonzo@harmonytx.org)

Abstract:

There has been a growing interest in exploring the relationship between reading habits and silent reading comprehension. However, research specifically focused on these factors among Grade 6 students in private schools in the Philippines still needs to be completed. Consequently, this study aimed to investigate the associations between reading habits and silent reading comprehension among Grade 6 pupils at the University of Perpetual Help System in Biñan City, Laguna. Utilizing a cross-sectional correlational design, the study selected a sample of 56 students through stratified sampling techniques. The findings reflected generally positive reading habits among the students, yielding an average score of 2.55 on a 4-point Likert scale. Regarding silent reading comprehension, 76.8% of the students were classified at the independent level, while 23.2% were categorized at the instructional level. An r-value of -0.52 and probability value of 0.703 showed that there is a negligible correlation and was higher than 0.05 significance level. Based on the study findings, it was concluded that Grade 6 pupils have a reading habit, though on a moderate level. Most Grade 6 pupils are independent silent readers; the rest still need instructional support to develop comprehension. Overall, the respondents’ level of silent reading comprehension does not depend on their reading habits.

Keywords: habits, reading habits, reading comprehension, silent reading comprehension

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.25833

Cite this article:
Cosico, K. T. C., & Malonzo, R. V. (2025). Understanding the connections between reading habits and silent reading comprehension and enhancing the academic success of students. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 14(4), 33-42. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.25833

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