Multigrade e-learning Competencies and Teachers' Training Needs

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The Department of Education Computerization Program has reached even the farthest multigrade schools in the Philippines. However, in order to fully maximize learning, multigrade teachers must know how to integrate technology in their teaching instructions. This paper sought to identify the e-learning competencies and training needs of multigrade teachers in Sariaya West District. It specifically looked at the level of familiarity of the respondents on basic e-learning concepts and processes and maintenance of hardware and software; the respondents' level of skills in using e-learning software and hardware; and the e-learning training needs of multigrade teachers.

METHODS

Utilizing quantitative approach, survey was done by gathering data through the questionnaire. Percentage, weighted mean, and ranking were used as statistical treatment and in the presentation of data.

RESULTS

Findings of the study revealed that the familiarity on e-learning of multigrade teachers in Sariaya West District varies. They are familiar with basic computer concepts and processes but are quite familiar with the maintenance of hardware and software. On the other hand, their skills in using e-learning differs from basic to skilled depending on the software and hardware that they are using. Additionally, they need to have training on e-learning particularly on IT equipment, antivirus and software and hardware maintenance.

DISCUSSIONS

In general, the main contribution of this study is methodical as it provided appropriate e-learning training design for multigrade teachers.