Factors Affecting the Utilization of Computer Technology in Teaching Primary Pupils in the Selected Elementary Schools in Talisay District, Division of Batangas: Basis for Enhancement Program

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

In this study, some schools in Talisay District Division of Batangas received multimedia classroom package from the Department of Education over the past years and some teachers attended specific basic computer training classes for proper use of technology in teaching. Teachers are now ready to use various technology in teaching learning process. But some teachers do not utilize the technology they have been given. They have been teaching for years and do not want to incorporate something new into their time-tested lesson plans for their own reason.

METHODS

The study utilized the descriptive method of research. Findings were obtained with the use of the survey method. The respondents of the study are the total population of primary grade teachers teaching in the select elementary schools in Talisay District. Data were gathered through a survey questionnaire which were related to the participant's perception regarding use of computer technology. Weighted mean was computed to describe the answers of the primary grades teachers based on the verbal interpretation in the questionnaire on the factors affecting the utilization of computer technology.

RESULTS

There is an agreeable perception about the factors affecting computer technology utilization among teachers in terms of their demographic profiles and they exhibit professional behaviors and place emphasis on high academic standards for their pupils, but most are reluctant to integrate technology because of their concerns about technical and infrastructural support and this may prevent technology integration. However, there are significant difference with the factors affecting their use of computer technology when grouped to age and years of teaching.

DISCUSSIONS

Primary teachers within the district should be provided by computer knowledge on simulation and graphic software and educationally equipped with appropriate knowledge in proper usage and application of computer technology specifically on publishing and concept mapping. Teachers are encourage to have collaboration on instructional strategies toward the use of computer technology software. The School Heads should maintain and encourage a well-developed evaluation procedure on the teachers' development in computer technology utilization in terms of appropriate software to be used. Moreover, the Department of Education must conduct a comprehensive assessment of the ICT environment at the school, division, regional and national levels for the improvement of computer utilization.