THE EFFECT OF COMPUTER LITERACY ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SENIOR

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

CABUSAS, REYMART
CANTOS, CLIMJAY
DRAGON, J.
ESGUERRA, C.
ESTROGA, H.
HERUELA, I.
ORJALIZA, E.
TEE, K.

A RESEARCH STUDY SUBMITTED TO THE FACULTY OF THE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

DEPARTMENT, KIBURIAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF
THE REQUIREMENTS FOR PRACTICAL RESEARCH 2

TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL TRACK

INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

NOVEMBER 2023
 INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

Computers have unquestionably has become an essential part of senior high school
education, with many benefits at the same time as certain drawbacks that have a significant
impact on students' academic performance. Positively, computers provide students with
unparalleled access to knowledge. A plethora of resources for research and self-directed learning
are available on the internet, when combined with instructional software and online books. This
accessibility encourages critical thinking and independent research, two abilities that are
essential for academic achievement. This will enable the investigation to determine if senior high
school students' use of computers is beneficial or detrimental.
Nonetheless, there may be drawbacks to computers being used in classrooms so widely.
The distraction element is one of the major problems of using computers. Students' attention can
be drawn away from their academic work by using social media, online gaming, and
entertainment websites for a long time, which can cause them to procrastinate and lose focus.
Establishments can learn more about how students are currently using computers by conducting
a benchmark survey.
According to (Abbas, Hussain & Rasool), the study investigates the impact of digital literacy
on academic performance of student at higher education level. There are 800 participants which
is the students from 10 universities and they have found that digital literacy significantly improved
communication, research, and confidence skills, but not the CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point
Average). Digital literacy has similarities to computer literacy and both of them are technologies,
which is important in improving the academic performances of the students and is also required
at students at higher education level. That is why improving both digital and computer literacy
skills is important while still being at a young age as a high school student could help them to
pursue their own career which some of them need a digital and computer literacy skills to fasten
their work in the future.
To guarantee a smooth integration of computers into the educational system, cooperation
between educators, parents, and students is crucial in the formulation and execution of these
solutions. By carefully weighing the benefits and drawbacks of computers in senior high school
and implementing targeted interventions, it is possible to enhance both academic achievement
and digital citizenship.
Their study found that students recognizes the daily ICT-supported activities at the
university by relating to digital literacy (kahdbk2019). There are connection between the use of
ICT and academic performance on students in research. Students need expansion on their
knowledge because ICT supported activities is active on daily basis. That is why also the
computer is relates to academic performance when it comes to education.

Statement of the Problem

The purpose of this study is to look into the impact of computers on the academic performance
of senior high school students.
It aims to specifically answer the following questions:
1. What is the academic performance of senior high school students who use
computers?
2. Is there a significant difference in academic performance between senior high school
students who have computers and those who do not?

Hypothesis of the Study

The following hypothesis will be analyzed at a significance level of 0.05 (5%) to determine the
degree and the extent of the relationship between variables.

Ha1: There is a significant effect between computer literacy and academic performance
among senior high school students.
Ho1: There is no significant effect of computer literacy on the academic performance of
senior high school students.

Objective of the Study

The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of computer literacy on the
academic performance of senior high school students.
Specifically, it aims to determine the:
1. Academic performance of senior high school students
2. The significant difference in academic performance between senior high school
students who have computers and those who do not have computers.
 Significance of the Study

This research study, which investigates the effect of computer literacy on senior high
school students’ academic performance, is significant because of its implications across
various dimensions of education and beyond.
This research will help all teachers gain a better understanding of computer literacy and
how students use computers, which will impact their academic performance.
This study will benefit students whose use of computers has an impact on their
academic performance, and will make them aware of their computer literacy skills on how to
properly use computers as a tool for learning, whether it is advantageous or disadvantageous
to students.
Parents will benefit from this study because it will raise their awareness and
understanding of how students use computers properly.

Scope and Delimitation of the Study

This study focus on the impact of computer literacy on the academic performance of
senior high school students at Kiburiao National High School during the first semester of the
school year 2023-2024

Definition of Terms

To provide clarity and a better understanding of this study, the following terms are defined
theoretically and operationally.
Academic Performance - Is the evaluation of a student’s achievement in various academic
subjects.
Computer Literacy - Computer literacy is defined as the knowledge and ability to use
computers and related technology efficiently.
 THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK

An overview of the research and literature currently available on the effect of

computer literacy on senior high school students’ academic performance is given in this
section. It seeks to provide a thorough background for the ongoing study.

Review of Related Literature

According to Safar and AlKhezzi (2013), it investigates the benefits of merging

traditional and ICT-based teaching approaches. It shows that this combined strategy
improves academic achievement, increases motivation, and fosters positive student
attitudes.
The utilization of a wide range of technological tools, including tablets,
computers, (smart)phones, and the internet, is prevalent among most parents (Şad et
al., 2016). The research delves into the ways in which parents employ technology to
support their children's educational endeavors, emphasizing the advantages such as
enhanced supervision, heightened technology proficiency, and improved scholastic
performance. Additionally, it underscores the potential drawbacks, including exposure to
inappropriate content, the risk of developing technology addiction, and the possibility of
social isolation.
This study examined the relationship between computer literacy and technology
use in physical education (Kretschmann, 2015). Using a survey of 57 high school PE
teachers, the research found that most teachers did not frequently use technology in
PE. However, higher computer literacy levels led to more technology inclusion in PE.
The study highlights the importance of teachers' computer literacy in promoting
technology use in PE.
Aitokhuehi and Ojogho (2014) investigated the influence of computer literacy on
the academic performance of students. The study aimed to answer four key questions
related to the impact of computer literacy on student achievement in senior secondary
schools. The findings of the study indicated that computer literate students tended to
perform better academically compared to their non-computer literate counterparts.
Additionally, among computer literate students, females tended to outperform males.
 The study also revealed that students who were not addicted to computer usage
achieved higher academic performance compared to those who were addicted.
Moreover, students in co-educational secondary schools had slightly better academic
performance than those in single-sex schools.
Their study examined the impact of online students' Learning Management
System (LMS) (Avcı & Ergün). It shows that on their study, LMS participation levels will
affect their academic performance and engagement but not their information literacy.
There are also relation to computer literacy, which LMS participation levels and
engagement could also affect students' academic performance, which is crucial in
succeeding in education environment.

Research Paradigm

Independent Variable Dependent Variable

Computer Literacy Academic Performance

Figure 1. Research paradigm showing the independent and dependent variables.

 METHODOLOGY

This chapter discusses the study's methodology in detail, including the following
sections: Research Design, Study Location, Study Participants, Research Instruments,
Data Gathering Procedure, and Statistical Analysis of Data.

Research Design

This quantitative study will use a descriptive-correlational method and using a

survey questionnaire to our target population, grade 11 ICT students, they will help us
assess and cite relevant information for our research and to explore the influence of
computer literacy on the academic performance of senior high school students.

Locale of the study

The study will be conducted at Kiburiao National High School, which is located in
Purok 1 of Kiburiao, Quezon, Bukidnon. Kiburiao National High School has 69 teachers
and 5 non-teaching teachers. All grade levels of Kiburiao National High School have a
total of 1894 students, 941 males and 953 females, in the first quarter of the school year
2023-2024. This institution, ideally located at the heart of barangay of the Kiburiao, this
place serves as the primary focus of our research study.
Figure 2. Kiburiao National High School is shown on a map of Kiburiao, Quezon,
Bukidnon.
 Participants of the Study

Participants in the research include Grade 11 ICT - Cyberlit students at Kiburiao

National High School during the second semester of the school year 2023-2024.
The research relied on the responses of students in Grade 11 ICT - Cyberlit, with
47 participants in their section.

Research Instrument

An adopted survey questionnaire serves as the study's instrument. The

questionnaire will be designed to meet the primary goal of the study, which is to
determine the effect of computer literacy on academic performance, which will be tallied
and assessed accordingly.

Data Gathering Procedure

The research has followed certain procedures to conduct this study.

Choosing a certain title that will be approved by the subject teacher. Using a
survey questionnaire is a principal tool in gathering the data. In the school year 2023-
2024, the researchers will personally distribute the questionnaire to the respondents in
grade 11 ICT students of Kiburiao National High School. The researchers will have an
explanation why that he/she gave a questionnaire to the respondents. After the
distribution is the validation of the questionnaire. It will be analyzed and interpreted
through the data gathered and formulate the conclusions and recommendations of this
study.
 Statistical Treatment of Data

The statistical data used are mean, standard deviation and descriptive-
correlational were used as statistical tool for the study. To have result to the study being
conducted, proper use of these statistical tools will greatly help the researchers and
achieve significant goals and use the acquired data to provide results to our study.

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