BSE to hold training program for reading comprehension

Reading and writing as tools for learning needs to be strengthened to effect the desired changes in student performance in terms of improved comprehension and communication skills both oral and written.

To meet these needs, the Bureau of Secondary Education will conduct a five-day training program that will build the capacity of schools to adopt a system-wide approach to reading and writing skills development.

According to Education Undersecretary Ramon Bacani, poor reading comprehension resulted in the poor performance in English, Math and Science as shown in the 2005 National Achievement Test.

At least five schools will be attending the said training program this month for the purpose of modeling and can serve as the lead schools in the division in reading and writing.

These schools are the Cebu City National Science High School, Pamplona National High School in Negros, Talisay National High School in Talisay City, Cabungahan National High School in Danao City and Bais Science High school in Bais City.

The participants from each of the identified schools will be the principal and teachers majoring either in English, Math or Science including other Deped officials. - Jasmin R. Uy