Effectiveness of Using Translation as a Preliminary Strategy in Understanding Filipino Literature

Beverly Ann C. Mateo; Merfe C. Hucalinas

doi:10.52006/main.v9i1.1490

Beverly Ann C. Mateo University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos, Bacolod City, Philippines https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0856-4259
Merfe C. Hucalinas Central Philippines State University, Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental, Philippines

DOI: https://doi.org/10.52006/main.v9i1.1490

Keywords: Education, Translation, Filipino Literature, Quasi-Experimental, Philippines

Abstract

The study aimed to find out the efficacy of translation as a preliminary activity to enhance Grade 7 students’ comprehension of Filipino literature during School Year 2025–2026. Two groups participated the study, namely the control and the experimental group. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to determine the students’ comprehension of Filipino literature. The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, Mann–Whitney U test, and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The pre-test results of both groups indicated that they were at the “Approaching Proficient” level. In the post-test, the experimental group already achieved the “Proficient” level, whereas the control group only reached the “Approaching Proficient” level. The results of the study showed that translation as a learning strategy can significantly enhance students’ comprehension of Filipino literature. The study also supported the integration of translation as a preliminary activity in instruction.