Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI)

The Phil-IRI assessment comprises several essential components:

1. Manual of Administration: This manual provides comprehensive guidelines on administering the Phil-IRI assessments, recording results, and interpreting data. It serves as a crucial resource for teachers, school heads, and education supervisors to ensure standardized administration.

2. Group Screening Test (GST): Designed for whole-class administration, the GST consists of 20-item comprehension tests tailored for each grade level. It helps identify students who may require further individualized assessment.

3. Graded Passages: These are sets of reading passages with corresponding comprehension questions, used for individualized assessment. They help determine a student’s reading accuracy, speed, and comprehension skills.

4. Phil-IRI Forms: Various forms are utilized for recording and summarizing student performance, aiding in data analysis and instructional planning.

Administration Guidelines

To effectively implement Phil-IRI, educators should adhere to the following guidelines:

• Scheduling: Administer the GST within the first or second month of the school year as a pretest, and conduct a posttest between January and February. Individual assessments should follow within a month after the GST.

• Duration: The GST typically takes approximately 30 minutes for the entire class. Individual assessments may vary in duration depending on each student’s reading abilities.

• Administrators: Filipino subject teachers for Grades 3 to 6 and English subject teachers for Grades 4 to 6 are responsible for administering the GST. ELLN-trained teachers can conduct individual assessments. Proper training and familiarity with the manual are essential for accurate administration.