Teachers' Perspectives on Grade 7 Students' Reading Comprehension of Filipino Literature in a Post-Pandemic Face-to-Face Setting

Abstract

The transition to post-pandemic face-to-face learning has brought about significant changes in the educational landscape, particularly concerning the reading of Filipino literature to Grade 7 students. This phenomenological study, conducted in academic year 2023-2024 in Cebu City. It aims to capture a deeper understanding of the perspectives of teachers related to reading comprehension of Filipino Literature in a Post-Pandemic Face-to-Face Setting. The researchers used the Google Form to administer the online questionnaires to these teachers for gathering the data. Besides, the researchers interviewed ten teachers and used Colaizzi's method for data analysis. The results yielded five major themes: 1) Lost in Translation; 2) Read Like Molasses in January; 3) Think Outside the Box; 4) Light a Fire; 5) Sharpen the Saw. The researchers recommend that teachers utilize interactive teaching methods; promote active reading strategies; offer feedback and reflection; and collaborate with peers and experts. Moreover, researchers recommend that future research be conducted about teachers' perspectives on student needs and how best to support them in this new learning environment.