Investigating factors that lead to contracting reading performances of grade fives in the Ekurhuleni district

Abstract

Having adequate reading skills is a catalyst for other spheres of life. This dissertation dealt with a contrast in reading that is experienced by learners in the same grades. It is always confusing that learners in the same grade depict differing reading abilities. This dissertation investigated this phenomenon, and various variables were determined and addressed. Through qualitative data-generating instruments, the participants were able to respond regarding their perceptions, knowledge, experiences, and emotions about the research phenomenon. The sample was selected purposively, which denotes that the researcher utilised the purposive sampling approach to select the participants. The researcher investigated the phenomenon of reading contrast because he acknowledges the importance of learners’ acquisition of learning and reading knowledge and skills. The research aimed at identifying the contrasts that occur when learners manifest their reading skills where some learners outperform others in this regard. Some of the objectives of this study were to eliminate the gaps regarding reading differences and to provide strategies to elevate the reading and learning performances of learners. The sample was selected purposively since were acquainted and experienced the reading occurrences in their schools. Utilising qualitative data-generating instruments, namely, interviews, observations, and questionnaires, the research results were generated and transcribed, and the recommendations were reported which were determined by the findings. Based on primary data and secondary data that contributed to this project, one can be assured that the learning and reading of learners will be optimised. Every school year end, learners are expected to accumulate their learning and reading knowledge and skills. Therefore, stakeholders involved in the education system must ensure that learners are motivated and supported to develop their literacy skills since there is no doubt that this skill oversees other subjects across the curriculum.