Evaluation of Microsoft Word Utilization Skills in ICT among Grade 5 Pupils of San Isidro Elementary School; Basis for Proposed Intervention Module

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

For many years, necessary Computer Application Skills in Microsoft Word cannot be acquired by most students in Grade 5 due to unavailability of references such as skill book and modules. More importantly, insufficient number of computer units also hinder the mastery of skills and learning process. This study is designed to improve the performance level of the Grade 5 pupils of San Isidro Elementary School in terms of Microsoft Word utilization skills in Information and Communication Technology as one of the areas of EPP subject. Furthermore, this study served as the basis to implement the use of an intervention module. This study aims to equip pupils with necessary knowledge and skills in Microsoft Word Application can face the real world with full of courage.

METHODS

The participants of this quantitative study were the Grade 5 pupils in San Isidro Elementary School for SY 2016-2017. The researchers utilized the respondents' questionnaire to determine the performance level and factors affecting it. Specifically,it covers important categories, namely attitudes, pupils' participation and grades. The researchers conducted a survey utilizing survey questionnaire. The data that were collected from this research helped the researchers to evaluate the pupils' skills and performance. The data gathered were tallied and analyzed.

RESULTS

The results revealed that pupils' performance level in Microsoft Word Utilization is very low. Most pupils fall under the need for mastery with regards to their performance in execution of the skills in Microsoft Word. The common factors affecting the participation levels of the pupils' in Microsoft Word were the following: (1) unavailability of computer unit at home that can be used by the pupils in reinforcement of skills acquired from the school; (2) insufficient learning references with appropriate hand-on activities; and (3) knowledge and information that pupils must acquire to use and operate the gadget.

DISCUSSIONS

This research led the way to the implementation of the intervention module that used pedagogical approaches which will develop the holistic learning of the pupils. It had been found out that there was a need for the provision of modules on Microsoft Word Application with congruent hands-on and written activities. Secondly,a need for an integration of Microsoft Word to all subject areas where pupils' knowledge could be more enhanced. The Institution should work hard to materialize the intervention module.