MENTOR: Mock Examination from Notes to an Organized Reviewer

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The Department of Education (DepEd) continuously seeks innovative ways to improve students' academic performance. Numerous studies conclude that aiding conventional studying technique with media-based techniques present a significant improvement on students' grade. Since Cavite National Science High School (CNSHS) advices students who do not meet the cut-off grade to transfer to a different school, the need for complementary learning tool is needed. The researcher developed the toll MENTOR: Mock Examination from Notes to an Organized Reviewer to optimize the positive effects of both mobile learning applications and mock tests in instilling mental preparedness among students.

METHODS

After gathering the necessary equipment, the android-based application was programmed using XCode and Android Studio 3.1.0. Using C++ language, each feature of the application was coded. Testing and debugging the initial version of the application was done to correct feature errors and to improve application efficiency. This process focused on accuracy enhancements in the application's ability to check answers, randomize questions and choices, match inputted data, and display correct flashcards. Sixty purposively selected grade 12 students were asked to rate the application based on interface, functionality, innovation, reliability, and efficiency.

RESULTS

The application's ability to check answers was optimized by 30%. Randomizing questions and choices, as well as matching inputted data was improved by 30%. Lastly, displaying correct flashcards was enhanced by 20%. In the application evaluation, MENTOR received a weighted mean of 4.4 in interface, 4.37 in functionality, 4.3 in innovation, 4.34 in reliability; and 4.39 in efficiency. These weighted means are all equivalent to very satisfactory rating. In instilling mental preparedness, the application received a very satisfactory weighted mean of 4.37. The application's total weighted mean is 4.36 which is also considered as very satisfactory.

DISCUSSIONS

The MENTOR: Mock Examination from Notes to an Organized Reviewer application is ready for dissemination and further improvement. This android-based software can turn personal notes into mock tests. Conclusive results of the application evaluation present efficiency in aiding the conventional learning methods of the CNSHS students. These results could still be enhanced through additional features like pre-inputted data, online features, and data-sharing option.