“Assessment of the Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications of Grade 12

Students in Baybayin Integrated High School”

Researcher
Alayan,Raymond C.
Dote,Warren A.
Malones,Ricky Joshua D.
Mendoza,Lance D.
Perez,Nestor Jr G.

Rationale
While the importance of Digital Literacy and Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Applications is widely acknowledged, there is a dearth of localized research
focusing on the proficiency levels of Grade 12 students in specific educational
settings like Baybayin Integrated National High School. Understanding the
proficiency levels, challenges, and needs of these student can help tailor
educational strategies to bridge potential gaps in digital skills, ensuring that
they are adequately prepared for higher education and the workforce.

Statement of the Problem

This study aims to assess the Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications of
Grade 12 Students in Baybayin Integrated High School.

Specially, to answer the following questions.

1.What is the profile of the respondents in terms of:

1.1.Strand
1.2.Age
1.3.Sex
1.4.Utilized Microsoft Application

2.How can the Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications of the respondents

be assessed in terms of:
2.1.Knowledge
2.2.Skills

3.Is there any significant relationship between the profile of the respondents
and their assessed proficiency in Microsoft Office Application?
4.What instructional material can be developed by the researcherto enhance
the skills of the respondents in Microsoft Office Applications?
Definition of terms

 Proficiency
- Proficiency refers to the skill, competence, or mastery level that an
individual possesses in a particular area of technology or
expertise. It indicates the ability to effectively use, understand,
and apply technology tools or knowledge.Drucker, P. F. (1967).
The Effective Executive. Harper & Row.

 Microsoft Office Application

- Microsoft Office Applications are software programs developed by
Microsoft Corporation that are commonly used for various tasks
in business, education, and personal productivity. Example
include Word for word processing, Excel for spreadsheets, and
PowerPoint for presentations. Microsoft Corporation. (2021).
Microsoft Office.

 Assessment
- Assessment in technology refers to the systematic process of
evaluating the performance, capabilities, or effectiveness of a
technological system, software application, or individual’s
technical skils. It is often used to measure progress, identify
areas for improvement, and make informed decisions. Popham,
W. J. (2008). Transformative Assessment. Association for
Supervision and Curriculum Development.