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THE ROLE OF THE TEACHER IN IMPROVING READING LITERACY
Abdurasulova Jasmina Kahramonovna
Samarkand State Pedagogical Institute,
Faculty of Pedagogy, student of the Primary Education Department.
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17310000
Abstract.
This article analyzes the essence of developing reading literacy in primary
education, its impact on learning quality, and the pedagogical role of the teacher in this process.
Reading literacy is explained as the foundation of modern education. The study
scientifically substantiates the importance of the teacher’s professional skills, methodological
approaches, and the effectiveness of innovative methods and technologies that ensure students’
active participation in learning.
Keywords:
reading literacy, primary education, pedagogical competence, interactive
methods, learning activity, innovative technologies.
РОЛЬ УЧИТЕЛЯ В ПОВЫШЕНИИ ЧИТАТЕЛЬСКОЙ ГРАМОТНОСТИ
Аннотация.
В статье анализируется сущность развития читательской
грамотности в начальном образовании, её влияние на качество обучения и педагогическая
роль учителя в этом процессе. Читательская грамотность рассматривается как основа
современного
образования.
В
исследовании
научно
обоснована
важность
профессионального мастерства учителя, методических подходов, а также
эффективность инновационных методов и технологий, обеспечивающих активное
участие учащихся в обучении.
Ключевые
слова:
читательская грамотность, начальное образование,
педагогическая компетентность, интерактивные методы, учебная деятельность,
инновационные технологии.
In the context of the modernization of the education system, enhancing students’ reading
literacy and developing their independent thinking and analytical abilities have become one of
the priority directions of pedagogy. Reading literacy refers to the ability of an individual to
understand a text, identify its main idea, draw conclusions, and express personal opinions
coherently. These skills are crucial for increasing students’ intellectual capacity and for shaping
them into socially active individuals.
Primary education serves as the foundation for a student’s entire learning journey.
Therefore, the teacher’s pedagogical approach, classroom management style, and
methodological proficiency during this period are decisive factors in determining the level of
reading literacy. The teacher must create a positive attitude toward reading, encourage analytical
thinking, and foster the ability to gain satisfaction from reading and learning.
Reading literacy is a multifaceted pedagogical concept encompassing the ability to read,
comprehend, analyze, communicate, and express thoughts both orally and in writing. In global
educational practice, reading literacy is considered one of the key indicators of educational
effectiveness. For instance, the PISA international assessment program measures students’
ability to work with texts, extract the main idea, think critically, and justify opinions,
highlighting the need for strategic teaching approaches in reading instruction.
The primary goal of an elementary teacher is to stimulate students’ interest in reading and
to organize the learning process in an engaging and participatory manner. Activities such as text
analysis, question-and-answer sessions, logical reasoning, and character analysis contribute to
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strengthening students’ reading skills. Moreover, the teacher must consider students’ individual
psychological characteristics, levels of speech development, and attention span in the teaching
process. The social and cultural environment also plays a significant role in developing reading
literacy. The teacher should establish close cooperation with parents, promote family reading
culture, and engage them in fostering a positive attitude toward reading among children.
The professional competence of the teacher is a decisive factor in improving reading
literacy.
Inspiring each student’s interest in reading, organizing analytical work with texts, and
creating a communicative classroom environment depend directly on the teacher’s pedagogical
knowledge and personal competencies. Modern teachers widely employ interactive teaching
methods such as “Brainstorming,” “Insert,” “Cluster,” “Fishbone,” “Venn Diagram,” and
“Cube.”
These strategies activate students’ thinking processes and teach them to comprehend and
analyze texts. Their effectiveness lies in transforming students from passive listeners into active
participants, creating an interactive learning environment that fosters engagement and
understanding.
Teachers should also promote independent reading by encouraging students to keep
reading journals, visit libraries, and participate in reading circles or literary discussions. Such
practices cultivate a deeper interest in books, develop interpretative abilities, and nurture
aesthetic and moral appreciation of literature.
Incorporating innovative approaches into the educational process is one of the key factors
in enhancing reading literacy. The use of electronic textbooks, audiobooks, multimedia
presentations, and interactive learning platforms captures students’ attention and enriches the
reading experience through visual and auditory channels.
With digital technologies, students can listen to, retell, and analyze texts, as well as
identify main ideas and express opinions confidently. At the same time, teachers guide students
in selecting, evaluating, and purposefully using information. Innovative technologies also make
it possible to individualize learning.
The teacher plays a central role in improving reading literacy. As the key figure in the
educational process, the teacher engages students in reading, helps them derive joy from the
process, and develops their analytical and independent thinking skills. The teacher’s professional
competence, methodological preparedness, pedagogical culture, and effective use of innovative
approaches are decisive factors in determining the level of reading literacy. Reading literacy is
not merely the ability to read and write but the capacity to comprehend, analyze, and apply
information in real-life contexts. Therefore, the primary school teacher’s task is to nurture
students’ curiosity, independence, and love for reading. A learning environment based on trust,
cooperation, and creativity between the teacher and the learner provides the most favorable
conditions for developing reading literacy effectively. Consequently, reading literacy develops to
a qualitatively higher level through technology-enhanced learning environments.
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