INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND ACADEMIC

PERFORMANCE OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE

DISTRICT OF MALAY, AKLAN, PHILIPPINES

A Thesis
Presented to the
Faculty of the College of Open Distance Education
and Transnational Education (CODETE)
Ifugao State University
Lamut, Ifugao, Philippines

A Course Requirement
for the Degree
MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION

RUTH YRAY SASTRE

July 2017

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 Republic of the Philippines
IFUGAO STATE UNIVERSITY
Lamut, Ifugao

COLLEGE OF OPEN DISTANCE EDUCATION

AND TRANSNATIONAL EDUCATION

APPROVAL SHEET

This thesis entitled

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION AND ACADEMIC

PERFORMANCE OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE
DISTRICT OF MALAY,AKLAN, PHILIPPINES

prepared and submitted by RUTH Y. SASTRE is hereby recommended for

approval and acceptance as a requirement for the degree

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION

Major in Educational Management

SHERYL G. ESTORQUE, EdD

Thesis Adviser

PANEL OF EVALUATORS

Accepted by the Panel of Evaluators with a grade of PASSED.

NANCY ANN P. GONZALES, PhD

Chairperson

IVAN D. BAGUILAT, DPA ROBERT F. GALINDEZ, PhD

Member Member

Approved as a requirement for the Degree Master of Arts in Education

major in Educational management.

NANCY ANN P. GONZALES, PhD

Vice President for Academic Affairs

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The researcher wishes to express her profound gratitude and sincere

thanks to all who have inspired, guided, and gave their whole hearted support

and assistance in making this study possible.

Dr. Serafin L. Ngohayon, the president of Ifugao State University (IFSU)

and member of the Panel of Examiners, for his notable suggestions and

understanding;

Dr. Nancy Ann p. Gonzales, IFSU Vice President for academic Affairs and

Chairperson of the Panel of Examiners, for her professional guidance, unselfish

assistance, brilliant suggestions and recommendations, and her humble

approach that helped improve this study;

Dr. Robert F. Galindez, Member of the Panel of examiners, for his

patience and valuable suggestions and notable comments for the improvement

of this thesis;

Dr. Ivan D. Baguilat, Member of the Panel of examiners for the

suggestions given to improve this thesis;

Dr. Sheryl G. Estorque, my thesis adviser, who patiently offered her

precious time, untiring assistance and support, wise suggestions and

recommendations and encouragement that, gave me the determination to

finish this thesis;

Dr. Jesse M. Gomez, CESO V, Schools Division Superintendent, Division

of Aklan for supporting and approving my permit to study;

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 Mr. Jessie S. Flores, Schools District Supervisor in the district of Malay

for approving my request to conduct this study;

Mr. Eliseo B. Casidsid, Principal II of Boracay National High School for

his advice, encouragement and support;

My co-teachers in Boracay National High School, especially to Nang Leila,

Nang Melly, Nang Glo, Ronald, Ervin, Luther, Fredie, Jane and Jona for the

encouragement and help extended;

My groupmates, Nong Vic, Sir Dos, Dena, Karen Kae, Mona, Emmie

Jane, Bebiana Rotessa, and Kit for their encouragement and friendship;

My bestfriend in life Mayrose Pandinio, who is always beside me to give

support, encouragement and love;

My beloved parents Mama Belen and Papa Maning for the love, financial

support and constant guide they gave me;

My aunt Arceli Y. Ty who never failed to extend her financial support;

My brother Michael and sister Joanne for the moral and financial

support they extended to pursue this study;

My two precious daughters Ma. Isabelita Zuleika and Ma. Angelica

Amara whom I considered as my precious jewel who always cheered me up

during my tiresome days;

My supportive husband, Erjoul, for understanding and patience,

financial and moral support, and who have always been with me to extend his

limitless support to make this study a success;

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 Above all, to our Supreme and loving God for His divine and bountiful

blessings, good health, guidance and wisdom which gave me courage and

determination.

RUTH Y. SASTRE

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 DEDICATION

This thesis is humbly dedicated to

First and foremost to ALMIGTHY GOD who is the source of all my needs,

my supportive and loving husband Erjoul, my adorable and amiable daughters

Ma. Isabelita Zuleika and Ma. Angelica Amara who are the source of my

strength and inspiration, my parents Papa Maning and Mama Belen, my aunt

Ince Cely, my brother Michael and sister Joanne, cousin Leonyvic, niece

Christy, my best friend Mayrose whose love and support never cease to inspire

me to finish this work.

To all who in one way or another inspired me and to those who are much

concerned with my success,

To all of you ……this work I humble dedicate.

R. Y. S.

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 Abstract

This research study was conducted to determine the level and frequency
of using information and communication technology in classroom and academic
performance of the Junior High Schools students in the District of Malay, Aklan
during the school year 2016-2017. This study utilized the descriptive-
correlational method. The respondents were 356 randomly selected junior high
school students in the district of Malay, Aklan, Philippines. The instrument used
to gather the needed data and information was a questionnaire. The statistical
tools used to analyzed and interpret the gathered data were frequency count,
percentage, mean, t-test, F-test and Pearson Product Moment Correlation
Coefficient. Result revealed that respondents were composed of females
belonging to the highest age bracket and currently enrolled in Grade 7 and
Grade 8. ICT gadgets were becoming very handy to students with cell phone as
being the most accessible. The level of ICT integration by teachers in classes was
low. There was no significant difference in the level of ICT integration by the
teachers when grouped according to profile. The frequency of ICT integration
during classes was low. There was no significant difference in the frequency of
ICT integration when grouped as to profile. The extent of using ICT in assessing
student learning was low. Significant difference existed in the use of ICT in
student assessment when respondents were grouped according to grade level.
The students have a proficient average grades. There was a significant
difference in the average grades of students when respondents were grouped
according to profile. There was no significant relationship existed between the
level of ICT integration by teachers and students’ average grades. There was no
significant relationship existed between the frequency of ICT integration by
teachers and students’ average grades.

Keywords: Academic Performance, Information Technology Integration

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 CONTENT

Page

Title page …………………………………………………………………… i

Approval Sheet ……………………………………………………………. ii

Acknowledgement ………………………………………………………… iii

Dedication ………………………………………………………………….. vi

Abstract …………………………………………………………………….. vii

Contents ……………………………………………………………………. viii

List of Tables ……………………………………………………………….. x

List of Figures ……………………………………………………………… xii

Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION

Theoretical Framework …….……………..………………………… 35

Paradigm of the Study ………………………………………………. 36

Statement of the Problem ……………………………………………. 36

Hypotheses …………………………………………………………….. 37

 Chapter 2. METHODOLOGY

Research Method ……………………………………………………... 39

Research Environment ………………………………………………. 39

Respondents …………………………………………………………… 49

Data Gathering Tools ………………………………………………… 50

Data Gathering Procedures …………..………………………………… 50

Statistical Treatment ………………………………………………………

51

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 Chapter 3. RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

Profile of the respondents …………………………………………… 53

Chapter 4. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Conclusions ……………………………………………………………. 63

Recommendations ……………………………………………………. 64

Proposed Intervention Program……………………………………… 66

References …………..………………………………………………………… 72

Appendices

Appendix A. Letter to the Schools Division Superintendent … 80

Appendix B. Letter to the Public Schools District Supervisor… 81

Appendix C. Letter to School Heads …………………………… 82

Appendix D. Questionnaire ……………………………………….. 86

Curriculum Vitae……………………………………………………………… 90

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 LIST OF TABLES

Table No. Title of Table Page

1 Respondent of the Study……………………………… 50

2 Respondent’s Profile…. …………………………….. . 53

3 Student’s ICT Accessibility during Class Hours… 55

4 Level of ICT Integration by Teachers …………….. 56

5 Difference on the Level of ICT Integration by Teachers

as perceived by respondents when they are grouped

according to profile……………………………………………. 57

6 Teachers Frequency of ICT Integration during classes… 57

7 Difference on the frequency of ICT Integration by the

Teachers when respondents are grouped according to

profile…………………………………………………………….. 58

8 Teachers’ Use ICT in assessing student learning……… 59

9 Difference on the extent of use of teachers in assessing

Students learning when respondents are grouped

according to profile…………………………………………….. 60

10 Difference on the academic achievement of students

when respondents are grouped according to profile…… 61

11 Relationship on the level of ICT integration and average

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 academic achievement of students………………………….. 61

12 Relationship of the frequency of ICT integration of

teachers and average academic achievement of

students …………………………………………………………… 62

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 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure No. Title of Figure Page

1 Conceptual Framework 36

2 Map of Municipality of Malay 42

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