Enhancingthe Levelof Achievement in the Least Mastered Skills in Araling Panlipunan Using Technology-Based Instructional Materials

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Information and Communication Technology can lead to improved student learning and better teaching methods. A report made by the National Institute of Multimedia Education (NME) in Japan proved that an increase in student exposure to educational ICT through curriculum integration has a significant and positive impact on student achievement, especially in terms of "Knowledge Comprehension", "Practical skill" and "Presentation skill" in subject areas such as Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Through ICT, teachers can easily explain complex instructions and ensure students' comprehension. (Venkatesh, 2013). Develop multiple intelligence through a multimedia presentation of materials, improve motivation and engagement in the learning process of students are the aims of this action research. This action research focused on enhancing the level of achievement in the least mastered skills inAraling Panlipunan of randomly selected Grade 9 students of Gen. E. Aguinaldo National High School -Bailen.

METHODS

The quantitative and qualitative method was used in this action research. Thirty randomly selected students participated and answered thepre-test. They undergo the intervention process using technology-based instructional materials. Weighted mean and paired t-test of pre-test, post-test and gain a score of the students in the test were used to answer the problem. Interviews from selected students were used for the implication of the study.

RESULTS

The mean of the pre-test was 15.83 and 23.83 for post-test. The mean gain was 8.00. This reveals that there is an improvement in the academic performance of students in Araling Panlipunan 9 after using technology-based instructional materials. There was a significantly different between the students' pre-test and post-test mean scores, T-value calculated was 29, p< 0.05. This implies that the respondents performed better in the post-test after using technology-based instructional materials. After conducting the action research, the performance of the students improved upon using the technology-based instructional materials. Technology-based instructional materials fascinate the interest of students in learning topics in Araling Panlipunan.

DISCUSSIONS

This concludes that technology-based instructional materials if used properly in the classroom help improve the academic performance of the students. Students will be more motivated to perform in their classes.