Gaining Insights on the Implementation of "Catch Up Fridays". Basis for a Literacy Enhancement Program E-Book

Princess Venzon

• Herausgeber: GRIN Verlag
• Kategorie: Bildung
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

Doctoral Thesis / Dissertation from the year 2024 in the subject Pedagogy - School Pedagogics, grade: Post Graduate, , course: Doctor of Philosophy, language: English, abstract: This study explores the implementation of "Catch Up Fridays," an innovative initiative aimed at enhancing literacy skills among students. Through a mixed-methods approach, the researcher examined the effectiveness of dedicating a specific day each week to focus literacy activities, allowing the students to revisit and reinforce their understanding of core concepts. Data collected from teacher feedbacks, school language coordinators and classroom observations provided insights into the program's impact on literacy improvement. The findings suggest that "Catch Up Fridays" significantly contribute to closing the literacy gap, offering a viable strategy for schools seeking to bolster their literacy enhancement programs.