Case Study: The Impact of the Professional Learning Community in Batinah South Governorate/Oman on Developing Students Reading Comprehension

This case study examines the impact of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) on improving students' reading comprehension in the Batinah South Governorate, Oman. The study was implemented across five schools, where a dedicated team of senior supervisor, supervisors and senior teachers was established to conduct a comprehensive support plan. The study focused on enhancing the students’ reading comprehension as a priority stemmed from the students’ results of the previous semester. Reciprocal reading strategy was adopted, and some follow-up sessions were arranged to monitor progress. Pre- and post-reading tests were analyzed in order to assess the effectiveness of the strategy. The findings of the study have revealed a slight but notable increase in students' reading comprehension levels, representing the potential of PLCs in fostering reading development within the school students.