Title: Direct Vocabulary Instruction Using Well Of Words (Wow): Effect On The Vocabulary Level Of Grade 6 Learners
Authors: Nornelyn O. Mercado, Karen A. Serafica
Volume: 8
Issue: 11
Pages: 226-230
Publication Date: 2024/11/28
Abstract:
This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of Direct Instruction using Well of Words (WOW) vocabulary booklet as intervention materials to improve the vocabulary level of grade 6 pupils of Lias Elementary School for the school year 2023- 2024. The study utilized a quasi-experimental design, specifically the one-group pretest-posttest involving 30 pupils whose scores are categorized as "Does Not Meet Expectation" based on the First Periodical Test in English. For 5 weeks, the pupil- respondents were taught applying Direct Vocabulary Instruction which had specifically used the Frayer Model as a strategy. Each booklet offered various vocabulary activities with contextualized teacher made story for comprehension check-up. The study revealed that there was a significant improvement in the pupil's vocabulary after they were exposed to the intervention material as shown in the associated p- value of .000 which is less than alpha .05 and in the increase of pretest and posttest mean scores of 5.97 and 10.80 respectively. Considering the findings, the researchers recommended that the use of Direct Instruction as a strategy in teaching vocabulary can help pupils improve their vocabulary level. Moreover, it can also be applied to other subjects to improve content mastery through clear and consistent instruction.