Enhancing Reading Fluency of Seventh Grade Students: An Action Research

This action research study investigates the effectiveness of implementing choral reading pedagogy to improve reading fluency among seventh-grade students. Over a 12-week period, 28 students (13 female and 15 male) from a seven-grade class participated in the research in a middle school setting. The study employed action research, utilising both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. Researcher used pre- and post-intervention assessments, observations, to measure the impact of choral reading on students’ reading fluency and engagement. Results indicated a significant improvement in reading fluency scores, with students demonstrating increased confidence and enthusiasm for reading activities. This study contributes to the growing body of literature supporting the use of choral reading as an effective strategy for enhancing reading fluency in middle school students.