Abstract:
This study aimed at investigating the effect of eclectic method on improving reading ability of secondary school students. The descriptive analytic method was adopted in conducting the study. A questionnaire and interview were chosen as tools for data collection. A teacher’s questionnaire was chosen as first tool for data collection. The questionnaire was distributed to teachers at secondary schools. The interview was used as additional tool for data collection. The statistical analysis for the results of the questionnaire, experts’ interview showed that secondary school teachers do not use eclectic method in teaching reading skill, they think that it is confusing, time consuming, and not convenient for secondary schools. The findings also revealed that eclectic method is effective in teaching reading because it enhances students’ reading skill and make learning easier, it is interesting and flexible. The results also showed that secondary school teachers encounter difficulties when adopting eclectic method because they are unable to design it, lack training and find it difficult to use different techniques in one lesson. Based on the findings, the study recommended that secondary school teachers should adopt eclectic method when teaching reading because it is effective, flexible and useful. Secondary school teachers should be trained on using eclectic method. Eclectic method should be applied in all levels of learning. The study is concluded by some suggestions for further studies.
