Journal of Elementary Education Research and Practice
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Elementary Education Research and Practice

Beyond Cognitive Skills: Humanistic Educational Philosophy in Elementary Reading Literacy

Husna, Lailatul (Unknown)
Maemonah, Maemonah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Mar 2026

Abstract

This study aims to reconceptualize elementary reading literacy through a humanistic educational perspective by examining how affective and experiential dimensions shape literacy development. While reading literacy is commonly viewed as a cognitive and technical skill, emerging evidence suggests the importance of integrating emotional, relational, and contextual aspects of learning. This study employed a systematic qualitative content analysis of 26 selected articles published between 2020 and 2025, following procedures inspired by the PRISMA framework. The findings reveal that autonomy, empathy, and meaningful learning function as key humanistic dimensions that influence reading literacy through affective engagement and experiential meaning. These dimensions act as mediating mechanisms linking pedagogical practices to literacy outcomes, including reading engagement, comprehension, and identity. The study proposes a humanistic mediation model that provides a conceptual explanation of how literacy development occurs beyond cognitive processes. The findings highlight the need for more student-centered, relational, and contextually relevant literacy instruction in elementary education. This study extends existing literacy frameworks by offering a more holistic and humanistic understanding of reading literacy and provides a foundation for future empirical research.

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Journal Info

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jeerp

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Subject

Education

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Aims Journal of Elementary Education Research and Practice (JEERP) aims to serve as a platform for disseminating high-quality research and evidence-based educational practices. Our primary objective is to bridge the gap between educational theory and practice, fostering a collaborative space for ...