The Effects of Using CCTV Cameras for the Discipline of Grade 8 Students at Guronasyon Foundation incorporated National High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

In Guronasyon, it is deemed important to increase safety and security for the students as well as its personnel and the teachers. The schools should be a place where students feel safe. Unfortunately, bullying is a part of life at all schools but with security cameras or CCTV in plain sight, it may decrease the chances of bullying on school grounds. This helps to provide a safe environment for students to learn in. Since any event or activity on camera is recorded, it is a very reliable and dependable source of evidence of any wrongdoing or meritorious act.

METHODS

Grade 8 students of Guronasyon Foundation Incorporated National High School were selected and grouped into two, control and experimental, by means of cluster sampling. Data collection by observation and monitoring was done. The frequency and percentage was tabulated, computed and interpreted. Ethical issues were also considered.

RESULTS

The frequency and percentage of misdemeanors committed by the controlled group or those without CCTV cameras revealed the following results; Loitering 26 or 43.78%, littering 44 or 67.36%, and bullying 18 or 30.17%. While those of the experimental or with CCTV cameras, littering is still the most committed act with 17 or29.38%, loitering with 8 or 13.95%, and bullying is the least with 7 or 12.08%.

DISCUSSIONS

The respondents in the experimental group showed fewer misdemeanors than those in the controlled group especially in the act of bullying. The CCTV cameras inside the school campus contribute in a positive way in preventing misdemeanor of the students. The result is parallel to the declaration of Lucia (2013) that in many areas, schools seem safe and parents and educators have let their guard down. Also, Techwalla (2015) pointed out that surveillance cameras have redefined security monitoring, surveillance activities and law enforcement measures.