ASSESSING THE ACCESSIBILITY OF STUDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BY GRADE 12 HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES STUDENTS AT BESTLINK COLLEGE OF THE PHILIPPINES

Abstract

This study evaluates the accessibility of the Student Management System (SMS) for selected Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences students at Bestlink College of the Philippines. A well-functioning SMS helps educational institutions efficiently manage administrative tasks and student-related data, including attendance records, grades, and personal information. Without such a system, schools may face challenges in data-driven decision-making and staff coordination. The research aims to determine how accessible and effective the SMS is for students while identifying potential improvements to enhance its usability and functionality. The study employed a descriptive-quantitative research design to assess the accessibility of the Student Management System (SMS) as perceived by 150 Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences students at Bestlink College of the Philippines. Data collection was conducted through a simple random sampling technique using a survey questionnaire. Statistical tools such as frequency and percentage, mean, ranking, Slovin’s formula, and the Likert scale were used to analyze the responses. The results were interpreted based on four categories: highly accessible, accessible, least accessible, and not accessible, providing insights into the effectiveness and usability of the SMS. The study's findings reveal that respondents evaluated the Student Management System (SMS) based on technical glitches, time management, and accessibility, yielding an overall weighted mean of 3.25, which is interpreted as highly accessible. Additionally, challenges related to technical issues, user-friendliness, and task simplification were assessed, resulting in an overall weighted mean of 3.22, categorized as accessible. These results indicate that the SMS has significantly improved in terms of overall performance, meeting the needs of students effectively. The Student Management System (SMS) is deemed accessible based on respondents' assessments. To ensure continued effectiveness, school administrators should actively monitor and track its accessibility. This study recommends ongoing improvements to the SMS, including comprehensive training sessions for administrators, teachers, and staff to enhance system utilization. Additionally, students are encouraged to actively engage with the SMS to improve their academic performance and maximize its benefits.