The Awareness of Students and Teachers of Cabangan High School Regarding the Intranet

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The Intranet is a private network which is used in organizations and institutions for members to connect to each other. It is usually used in companies. However, intranet can also be used in school institutions. The research aims to strengthen the awareness of students and teachers of Cabangan High School regarding the intranet. Having the exposure to the use of the intranet helped in gaining knowledge and skills that are necessary on using the network. After learning the intranet, it can be applied or implemented to Cabangan High School.

METHODS

This study used descriptive qualitative research with the use of survey questionnaires. Self-administered questionnaires were distributed to the selected respondents. The sampling technique used in the determining the respondents was total enumeration. Respondents were chosen for they have appropriate knowledge regarding the technology. However, based on the observation of the researcher, even if respondents already had the appropriate knowledge in technology, the research still determined the level of awareness of the respondents regarding the intranet.

RESULTS

Majority of student and teacher respondents were found out to be aware of different aspects of the intranet. This implied that they were already quite exposed to technology and on different aspects of technology from time to time. Also, most of school activities were aided by technology. The awareness made students and teachers see the importance of the intranet to an organization or institution. The realization of the respondents helped them gain more knowledge on the intranet. However, the respondents still lack the appropriate knowledge to be able to enhance the skills of the respondents.

DISCUSSIONS

The results proved that the importance and use of the intranet must be further studied and is to be implemented not only in companies but even in schools to possibly achieve a centralized system that brings productivity to the students and members of the faculty. It is where all of the important data of the school will be saved. In this regard, students and teachers were exposed and accustomed on the importance, processes and uses of intranet through a learning material. Being exposed and familiar with intranet will further increase the level of awareness of students and teachers. Having the appropriate knowledge will also help in developing the skills of the respondents. Therefore, providing a learning material will eventually enhance the respondents' knowledge and skills.