FUNCTIONALITY MONITORIZATION: AN ASSESSMENT ON SMCIQC’S TECHNICAL DEVICES IN CLASSROOMS

Abstract

Technology is one of the most transformative inventions in modern society, helping streamline tasks through a variety of tools. Its integration into education serves as a powerful means to support effort-related learning processes (Futterer, 2022), enhancing the learning environment with practical devices for both students and instructors during classroom instruction. This research aims to assess the functionality of technological devices found in classrooms at St. Mary’s College, Inc., Quezon City, and evaluate the effectiveness of each device in fulfilling its intended purpose. Additionally, the study seeks to identify any malfunctions or technical issues that may have occurred during classroom use. The study employed a descriptive research design. Data were collected from high school students, specifically the classroom presidents, who completed a checklist as the primary data collection tool. The checklist included details such as the time period the malfunction occurred, the type of malfunction, and the specific device affected. Data gathering was conducted over a span of 10 school days, with malfunctions recorded during each class period as they occurred. Additionally, acquisition lists provided by the ITRC and AVR departments were used to support a thorough evaluation of the devices. At the conclusion of the data gathering process, a total of 224 classroom cases were recorded. Of these, 61% (138 cases) involved internet-related issues, making it the most frequently reported problem. Computers accounted for 30% (66 cases) of all malfunctions. Projectors and microphones each recorded 3% (7 cases), followed by amplifiers at 2% (4 cases). Televisions had the fewest reported issues, with only 1% (2 cases). The researchers also found that the functionality of devices was not necessarily linked to their acquisition dates; in other words, older devices did not consistently exhibit more problems than newer ones. While classroom devices remain generally functional, they frequently experience malfunctions—particularly with computers and internet connectivity. The study found that these technical issues often lead to inefficiencies, such as delayed class starts and interruptions during instruction. Internet-related problems emerged as the most common concern, underscoring the need for improved computer systems and more reliable internet infrastructure to support effective teaching and learning.