Technology Integration to Word Recognition in English among Grade One Pupils in Plaridel Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

It is widely identified that many students have problems in recognizing words. This affects their ability to decode words, hence read accurately, fluently and automatically.

Since we are dealing with 21st-century learners, integration of technology is now timely and relevant. There has been a remarkable improvement in access and rate of adoption of technology in education. It is vital that children learn how to use it at an early age. When children use technology tools in elementary schools, a sense of confidence and competence in their computer skills will grow as they get older.

With this study, school personnel especially the teachers may be more willing to integrate technology in teaching besides it is stated previously that children nowadays are more likely to study with gadgets.

METHODS

The study utilized descriptive design to gather data towards a child's educational performance as affected by their socio-economic status of Plaridel Elementary School.

The researcher prepared the questionnaire which she thought would give answers to the statement of the problem.

The final copy of the questionnaire was then checked by the professor for some revision to make. After the approval of the professor on the final draft of the questionnaire, the researcher sought help from some education experts for the validation of the questionnaire.

Upon the approval of the instrument, the researcher sought permission from the principal of the Plaridel Elementary School for the distribution of the questionnaire.In order to interpret the results, the researcher used the Likert scales in treating the result of the study.

RESULTS

Children of today much prefer to use gadgets at all times and rather study with technology than other materials. They tend to remember easier the lesson especially the alphabet and sounds with technology integration. Most of the teachers utilize and maximize resources as a tool for establishing reading habits among the children and utilize the use of multimedia in the classroom in teaching word recognition effectively.

DISCUSSIONS

We are now dealing with 21st-century learners who are exposed to different technological equipment. The traditional way of teaching is somewhat not applicable anymore. Limited access in technology in teaching seems to be a hindrance for efficient teaching and learning process. Children recognize words easier through repetition, therefore, the use of multimedia would be a great help in learning how to read. Enhanced remedial activities are prepared.