IMPACT OF ONLINE DEPENDENCY ON THE ATTITUDE TOWARDS

LEARNING OF GRADE 11 LEARNERS IN NOTRE DAME OF PARANG, INC.

A Research Presented to Notre Dame of Parang Incorporated Parang, Maguindanao

Mohamad Barudi
Judy Ann C. Camero
Arbaina S. Salilaguia
Karlo Samson
Rowellah A. Tagal
 CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

The widespread use of the internet and digital technology has dramatically changed

the way people interact, access information, and carry out their daily activities. This is

particularly true among students, who are growing up in a highly connected world (Turkle,

2011). Online dependency refers to the excessive use of the internet and digital devices,

which can have a profound impact on an individual's attitudes and behaviors (Shaw &

Black, 2008).

In this study, the researcher aims to investigate the impact of online dependency,

specifically plagiarizing answers from various online on the attitudes of grade 11 learners

in Notre Dame of Parang, Inc.The act of plagiarizing from online sources has become

normalized, especially during the pandemic when the method of learning was either online

or modular, which made cheating and copying very easy to do. Online dependency refers

to the overreliance on the internet and digital devices for daily activities and information

access. This excessive use can have a significant impact on an individual's attitudes and

behaviors. Studies have shown that excessive internet use can lead to negative outcomes

such as decreased overall well-being (Andreassen et al., 2016). This research seeks to

understand the extent to which excessive internet use and plagiarizing from online sources

affects the students' academic performance and attitudes towards actually learning.
 The findings of this study will contribute to the existing body of knowledge on the

effects of online dependency and plagiarism and help educators, parents, and students

understand the potential risks and benefits of excessive internet use. The results of this

study will also provide valuable information for the development of programs and

interventions aimed at reducing the negative effects of online dependency and promoting

healthy technology use among students (Turkle, 2011).

PROBLEM STATEMENT

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between online dependency

and the attitude of Grade 11 students towards learning. Specifically, this study seeks to:

1. Determine the demographic profile of the participants, including their age and

gender.

2. Assess the following factors related to the students' attitude towards learning:

a. The Extent of their Reliance on Online Sources.

b. The Impact of Online Dependency on their Academic Performance, whether

Positive or Negative.

c. The Level of Satisfaction of the Learners with their Academic Performance.

The findings of this study will provide a better understanding of the effects of online

dependency on the attitudes and academic performance of Grade 11 students and inform

educators and policy-makers about the need for preventative measures and interventions to

mitigate the negative impacts of excessive online dependency.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

To the Learners, it will educate them about online dependency, its consequences,

and the importance of having the right attitude towards learning. It will help them

understand the negative impact of online dependency on their academic performance, as

well as its impact on their professional and personal lives.

To the Teachers, it will provide them with a deeper understanding of the causes of

online dependency and help them educate students about its consequences. It will help

them guide students in developing the appropriate mindset and attitude towards learning,

which will benefit their academic performance.

To the Parents, it will help them understand their children's behavior when it

comes to their academic performance and provide them with the knowledge to guide their

children towards a healthy learning environment.

To the Future Researchers, this study will serve as a reference and validation for

future studies, providing valuable information and data about online dependency and its

impact on student attitudes. It will also help expand the knowledge base in this area and

inform future research efforts.

SCOPES AND LIMITATIONS

The scope of this study will be limited to the examination of the impact of online

dependency on the attitudes of 150 randomly selected Grade 11 students of Notre Dame of

Parang, Inc. during the school year of 2022-2023. The data will be collected through the

use of survey questionnaires, which will only be distributed to the selected participants.

The results of this study will not be generalized to other schools or student populations and

will only be applicable to the Grade 11 students of Notre Dame of Parang, Inc. This study

does not intend to investigate the impact of other factors, such as socio-economic status or

family background, that may influence the attitudes of students towards learning.
DEFINITION OF TERMS

In order for the readers to have a clear understanding of the study the terms are

defined operationally as used in the study.

Academic Performance – refers to the extent to which the student a student has

attained their short-term or long-term educational goals. It can be measured objectively by

assessments conducted in the school.

Notre Dame of Parang, Inc. (NDP) – refers to the institution where the researchers

and the participants of the study can be found. It is located in Mabolo Street, Población,

Parang, Maguindanao.

Online Dependency – defined as the extent to which students rely on online

sources to complete their academic tasks, such as assignments, research projects, and

exams.

Plagiarism – refers to the act of presenting someone else's work or ideas as your

own, with or without their consent, by incorporating it into your work without full

acknowledgement.