Enhancing Grade VI Pupils' Performance in Science Using the Integration of Ict at Pansipit Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) includes computers, the internet, and electronic delivery systems such as radios, televisions, and projectors among others, and is widely used in today's education field. The main thrust of this study is to enhance pupils' performance in Science using the integration of ICT at Pansipit Elementary School. The researcher conducted this study to prove that quality instruction using ICT contributes favorable results on pupils' performance.

METHODS

The descriptive qualitative research was employed in this study wherein the respondentswere the 30 Grade Six pupils of Pansipit Elementary School. The study is purely descriptive in nature and used a survey questionnaire as the research tool in data gathering procedure. The researcher collected the questionnaires after accomplishing them. The data were quantified through the use of Percentage Method.

RESULTS

The study found out that some facilities necessary in using ICT in teaching Science are not available. There is also a problem on the ability of teachers in using ICT in Science. The results revealed that using ICT in teaching Science is very effective that is why an action plan was proposed to address the problems found in the study. Unavailability of some ICT materials such as internet can be solved by requesting proper authorities. Teachers’ ability in using ICT can be improved by attending trainings. Using ICT will enhance pupils' academic performance and the teaching performance of the Science teachers as well.

DISCUSSIONS

The results revealed that using ICT in Science is very effective. It will enhance pupils' academic performance and teaching performance of the Science teachers as well. In view of this, problems found in the study such as unavailability of ICT equipment and trainings for both pupils and Science teachers must be addressed to fully implement the use of ICT in Science. ICT can improve the quality of education and heighten teaching efficiency through pre-service training and programs that are relevant and responsive to the needs of the education system. This will allow teachers to have sufficient subject knowledge, a repertoire of teaching methodologies and strategies, professional development for lifelong learning.