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Regional Science High School for
Region 02
Camp Samal, Arcon, Tumauini, Isabela 3325
DEDICATION
The researchers dedicate this study to our Almighty God, our friends and families for
their dearest support and love. This study would not have been possible without God’s
guidance and plans.
To our friends, who shares their knowledge to help us through this journey and
process whose steadfast encouragement made possible both the conceptualization and
completion of this project.
To our parents, who were unselfish enough with their support and fulfilled us with
positivity even when we’ve pessimistic, downbeat with sleepless nights, and cranky.
Thanks to the committee members, whose vital insights and observations has led to
stronger study.
In addition, we dedicate this to our family for being our first teacher, for being our
dearest guardian during our educational career and lastly who taught us to trust God,
believe in our self for such we have done this research successfully.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This research study becomes a reality with a kind of support and help of many
individuals. It has been rewarding and motivating to study a topic of great importance
in today’s society. The close teamwork has been a joyful and highly valuable
experience. The researchers would like to extend their sincere thanks to all of them.
Many thanks to:
Sir Aljohn Bucu, for giving us useful feedbacks and engagement for the
improvement of this study.
Sir Edward Ganggang, for the ideas and background knowledge check and
criticize the manuscript.
Ma’am Jennifer Telan, for the expertise and for her suggestions to improve this
study.
Our family, who gave us an unending support for financial and morals in this
journey. They served us our inspiration for every step of the way.
Our friends, for sharing their knowledge, their love, and support in bringing this
as advantage in society.
Lastly, we would like to thank our Almighty God for giving us guidance and
knowledge throughout the course of this study.
The Researchers
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ABSTRACT
Helping the students build a basis in the world of technology, Empowerment

Technology is being taught in schools. E-technology subject helps the students build
support in understanding ICT.
This study deals with the relevance of empowerment technology subject to the
ICT competence of senior high school students of STEM strands in the Regional
Science High School for Region 02. The scope involved in this study are the skills in
ICT that the students improved after having E-technology subject and the relation of
E-technology subject to ICT skills. To provide students with knowledge about the
relevance of E-technology subject to their ICT skills and o help the students whether
E-technology subject is useful or not in enhancing their skills in ICT is the goal of this
study.
Substantial information concerning the response given by the participants during
the interview was provided by this study.
Most of the participants gave similar information that answered the research
question of the study and some also shared their own opinions. Majority of the
participants also agreed that there are improvements in their skills in ICT which
helped them in many ways.
Nonetheless, E-technology subject is useful in enhancing the students’ skills in
ICT. The students also applied their knowledge acquired in ICT in using the internet
responsibly.
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Chapter I
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
A. Overview or Background of the Study
ICT is used as a tool to communicate, create, disseminate, store and manage
information. ICT has also become a tool to the teaching-learning interaction. In terms
of education, ICT is now implemented in our educational system. Empowerment
technology is taught since the implementation of K-12 on 2015. The Department of
Education recognizes the key role of information and communications technology
(ICT) in improving the state of education.
Empowerment technology is being taught in school to help the students build a
basisn in the world of technology. Empowerment technology helps the students create
foundation in understanding the world of ICT, understanding and demonstrate the
proper ways in using the ICT and more. (De Lara, 2016)
These ICT skills involves word precessing skills, spreadsheet skills, data base
skills etc. but only some of these were taught during the first semeser of the school
yesr 2018-2019. These skills can empower students by learning processes that will
result in increased learning gains fro students, creating and allowing for oportunities
for learners to develop their creativity, communication skills etc.
This study aims to know the relevance of having e-technology to the ICT skills of
the Grade 11 STEM students of the Regional Science High School. If this study
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proved that there is relevance of having e-technology subject to the ICT skills of the
students, it would serve as an evidence that the ICT skills of the students can be
enhance by having an e-technoly subject to their curriculum.
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B. Research Questions
This study aims to know the relevance of empowerment technology subject to the
ICT competence of Senior High School students of STEM Strand in the Regional
Science High School.
Specifically this study sought to answer the following questions:
1. What is the effect of E- Technology subject to the ICT skills of the
students?
2. What skills did the students improved while learning E-technology
subject?
3. What are the received benefits of E-technology subject to the students in
improving their ICT skills and also in their every day life?
4. What are other factors that affect the students’ learning regarding ICT
skills?
C. Scope and Delimitation
This study is descriptive in nature and focused on Grade 11 students having
skills in ICT. The ICT skills mentioned in this study will be active, collaborative,
integrative, evaluative, creative and project – based learning. Since these are the topic
covered during the first semester of the Grade 11 STEM students. The research
sample is composed of fifteen (15) Grade 11 STEM strand students’ studying in
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Regional Science High School for Region 02.
This study is delimited to Grade 11 students’ coming for Regional Science High
School for Region 02.
D. Significance of the Study
This study will be of great benefit to the:
Students. This study will provide the students with knowledge about the
relevance of having Empowerment Technology subject to the students' ICT skills.
This study will also help the students whether Empowerment Technology subject is
useful or not for enhancing the students' skills in ICT. Thus, a feed for the future
upholds them in using the learnings of modern technology that connects
Teachers. This study will be able to help the teachers to understand the
perspective of students regarding the Empowerment Technology subject.
Researchers. The process of gathering the data for this study will help the
researchers not only obtaining the data but also getting to know more about the
relationship of Empowerment Technology subject to the skills of students in ICT.
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Chapter II
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
Foreign Literature
Procter (2013) indicates that ICT integration means that the technology-based
teaching and learning process will be effective for the students since they are now
inclined with the usage of technology and they will learn better withintechnology-
based environment like the classroom. The use of technology will contribute to the
learning aspects of the students in which ICT will be used in achieving effective
learning
However Procter (2013) pointed out that technical difficulties is one of the major
problem of students and teachers in most schools. This can cause interruptions in
teaching and learning process. The pack of technical assistance and no repair on it will
result to the teacher and students to not able to use computers temporarily.
ICT leadsto students’ achievements
Worldwide research has shown that ICT can lead to an improved student learning
and better teaching methods. A report made by the National Institute of Multimedia
Education in Japan, proved that an increase in the use of ICT in education with
integrating technology to the curriculum has a significant and positive impact on
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students’ achievements. The results specifically showed that the students who are
continuously exposed to technology through education has better ‘knowledge’,
presentation skills, innovative capabilities, and are ready to take more efforts into
learning as compared to their counterparts. Introducing ICT into education is the
answer for those who ask; ‘ how can we increase the reach of our institution, to a
larger number of students?.’
The Mobile learning (m ‐learning) as a form of e ‐learning is a rising trend
where the education has outgrown the physical constraints of the classrooms and
acquired mobility. Students access information whenever and wherever they want,
and institutions that provides such advanced technological terrains is rising in number
day by day. Teaching is becoming one of the most challenging professions in our
society today where knowledge is expanding so rapidly that modern technologies
demand the use of Information and Technology.
Technological advances had greatly changed the education landscape in that
teaching is no longer confined to the traditional face-to-face delivery of lessons.Now,
students can also learn outside the classroom via the Internet. Through the
convergence of traditional and modern methods, students get to experience the best of
both worlds – they can be tutored in school and get additional lessons through the
Web. The convenience and effectiveness of e-learning had long been recognized by
educational institutions and education officials. A number of schools in the country
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have embraced with enthusiasm emerging education technology in that lectures are
boosted by computer-based, or gadget-based, learning. Today, in some schools,
netbooks have replaced notebooks and some lessons are delivered electronically.
A survey conducted by Pearson Foundation in the United States found that
more than six in 10 college students and high school seniors agree that they study
more efficiently by using tablets. A study conducted by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in
California also showed that students using iPads performed better in math compared
to students using traditional textbooks. Another study at Oklahoma State University
found that 75 percent of students said the use of gadgets enhanced their learning
experience.
Local Literature
The Philippines should not be left behind when it comes to applying education
technology. The ethical and responsible use of computers, tablets, cellphones and
other devices can greatly enhance the learning capability of students, for it has been
shown through studies that children (and adults for that matter) can better grasp and
understand their lessons in a more relaxed environment, without the prying (and
sometimes mocking) eyes of classmates or teachers.
Emerging technologies can be powerful tools in education. The Philippines
can copy the US and slowly, as the budget of the Department of Education allows,
provide schools computers, fast Internet service, digital devices and software for the
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use of students. Investing on e-learning will benefit both teachers and students.
Teachers can disseminate their lessons and assignments with ease, and students can
work on their lessons at home. Little by little, the country can introduce changes to
the system by adopting a wider array of learning platforms with the use of technology.
Thanks to technology, schools (and teachers) can tap a number of “partners” in
carrying out their mission to educate students. Audio and video lessons can be
delivered to students through social networks and webcams. Students can attend
classes in e-classrooms. Teachers can send lectures through email and, schools can
issue communications the same way. And perhaps, in the near future, tests can be
administered online.
As the world continues its march to progress, there’s no escaping online
education. To keep up, the country will have to study and develop its own model of
computer-based learning that will be effective for Filipino students. Technology
liberates education boundaries.
Because of using technology in the classroom, teachers have evolved to being the sole
authority of knowledge to being facilitators of learning in the classroom. Educators
and students work collaboratively so that the learning experience will be more
meaningful for all.
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Technology has also helped distant education.
Students can participate in classroom activities and submit requirements for
the course with just a laptop and the Internet. Technology simplifies access to
educational resources.Materials have been made more accessible to students since
teachers can just upload the materials for their subjects online and let students
download them as needed. More than that, the world web is a vast database of
materials which students and teachers can use to supplement their learning.
Technology sparks students’ interest in learning.
Using technology in the classroom also adds students’ participation and
excitement to the lesson. Students now are so adept at using different gadgets like
smartphones, iPads, and others. If these technologies are used during lessons, students
are likely to be more engaged because they are using their much-loved gadgets to
facilitate their learning.
Technology also helps students be independent and responsible.
They can take ownership and be in charge of their learning. Moreover,
students are also able to think more critically because of the extensive information
available online. The various educational software or apps have been designed to
make learning easy and fun to the students. Through these apps and online resources,
students can learn subjects that are difficult to them independently. Since students
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learn at their pace, understanding these concepts are made easier to them. They are
free from the pressures and prejudices of others if they do not learn as fast as others
do.
Technology supports differentiated instruction.
Teachers can use technology to cater to the different learning styles of their
students. They can use assessment software to track students’ performance quickly. In
doing so, designing an activity for each learning style is possible because teachers are
aware of their students’ strengths and weaknesses. Also, there are so many available
online sources that the teachers can choose from in designing their class activities.
When students are taught according to their level, teachers can make sure that the
learning objectives they set are being met.
Technology enhances students’ creativity and innovation.
creativity learning
Espinosa (2016) states that through the various activities designed by the
teachers to integrate technology in their teaching, students become more innovative
and creative so that they can always do the tasks given to them well. Through
independent research and manipulation of the different applications designed for
learning, students can exercise their creativity and innovativeness.
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Emergingtechnologies can be powerful tools in education. The Philippines can copy
the US and slowly, as the budget of the Department of Education allows, provide
schools computers, fast Internet service, digital devices and software for the use of
students. Investing on e-learning will benefit both teachers and students. Teachers can
disseminate their lessons and assignments with ease, and students can work on their
lessons at home. Little by little, the country can introduce changes to the system by
adopting a wider array of learning platforms with the use of technology. Because of
using technology in the classroom, teachers have evolved to being the sole authority
of knowledge to being facilitators of learning in the classroom. Educators and
students work collaboratively so that the learning experience will be more meaningful
for all.Technology has also helped distant education. Students can participate in
classroom activities and submit requirements for the course with just a laptop and the
Internet.
Nowadays the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT),in
the education sector plays an important role, especially in the process of empowering
the technology into the educational activities. Education sector can be the most
effective sector to anticipate and eliminate the negative impact of ICT. Technology in
another side can be the most effective way to increase the students knowledge. The
use of ICT in education adds value to teaching and learning, by enhancing the
effectiveness of learning. It added a dimension to learning that was not previously
available. After the inception of ICT in schools, students found learning in a
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technology enhanced environment more stimulating and engaging than in a traditional
classroom environment.
Tikam (2013) pointed that ICT influence every discipline under the sun,
including education. It affects every aspect of education from teaching-learning to
evaluation and examination. It improves the effectiveness of education, supports
literacy movements, enhances the scope of education by facilitating mobile learning
and inclusive education, and facilitates research and academic communication. The
impact of ICT and its potential in the field of education is varied and positively affects
all stakeholders in the field of education.
Moreover Manabat (2017) indicates that Empowerment Technology is
important since it makes our individual lives easier in different aspects such as for
school matters, office or work matters and for our individual matters. Before,
blackboards and whiteboards are one of the tools used in teaching students. Now,
there are already LCD Projectors that is being used by many institutions or schools
nowadays. By the help of Empowerment Technology, teachers made their lives easier
through the use of these projectors and the students as well made their lives easier in
acquiring knowledge. E-Tech is not just useful for the school matters, but it is also
useful in an office or work matters and for personal matters as well. For example,
when you are ought to make a presentation. Since, technology has evolved, we
already has these presentation softwares such as Microsoft presentation, Prezi, Lotus’
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Freelance Graphics and etc. Without these presentation softwares, we will all still be
stuck onto those visual aid presentation. Empowerment Technology doesn’t just
conserve time, but it can make our lives easier.
ICT plays a role in three fundamental aspects of education: access, quality and
cost. It has advanced knowledge by expanding and extending access to education,
improving the quality of education and reducing costs while extending education to
remote areas through virtual, e-learning, online and distance learning. ICT in
education has provided more employment opportunities directly and indirectly
through academic and non-academic staff within the education system.
E - Learning is a promising tool for the extension and expansion of secondary
education access. Since they relax space and time restrictions, ICTs can involve new
people to participate in secondary education by increasing the flexibility of
participation in comparison with the traditional face-to-face model: working students
and adults, people living in remote areas (e.g. rural areas), non-mobile students and
even foreign students could now take part more easily in education.
E-learning has illustrated a promising way to improve secondary education
and learning quality and efficiency. These promises arise from the different
characteristics of ICTs: the flexibility of learning experience for students; increased
access to information resources for more students; the ability to develop creative and
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useful ways of learning and/or teaching, including learning tools and the easier use of
multimedia or visualization tools.
In the increasing use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in
higher education it is seen to have a large relevance to the students experience of
houseworks and school life. However, the students’ lives and experience beyond their
school life have been largely unknown. It is important to explore the influence of
work and social contexts as well as the course study, the attitudes towards and take up
of technology of the students. ICT is observed most positively in the context of work
and technology use at work is an important driver for technology use in other areas.
ICT Integration in Philippine Education
ICT is introduced at the elementary level as a subject called Home Economics
and Livelihood Education (HELE) and in the secondary level as Technology and
Home Economics (THE). In the majority of cases, ICT materials such as software and
multimedia, are used to supplement instruction. Philippine DepEd has policies on the
use of ICT. These are: (1) technology must be studied first as a separate subject, then
applied in other learning areas as a tool for learning how to learn; (2) the application
of computer skills to the other learning areas is a curriculum policy that stems from
the principle that teaching-learning must not be textbook-driven, and educational
processes should take advantage of technological developments, including the
application of ICT in teaching and learning, where appropriate; and (3) an education
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modernization program will equip schools with facilities, equipment, materials and
skills and introduce new learning and delivery systems necessary to capitalize on
recent technological developments. The bulk of investment requirements for
implementing ICT in education come from government funding. However, the DepEd
involves other government agencies, local governments and the private sector to
finance various components of building up a program in ICT in education.
A national population survey of public and private elementary and secondary
schools was conducted by SEAMEO INNOTECH Philippines in 2001 to determine
ICT capabilities of schools. A total of 45,811 schools from the 16 regions of the
country were given questionnaires, with the school heads as respondent, of which
79.37% responded. The questionnaire focused on the readiness of schools in terms of
infrastructure, hardware, software and manpower capabilities on ICT. Some of the
major findings of the survey at the national level showed that 5,217 schools only or
14.28% have computers with the National Capital Region having the highest
percentage at 87.30%, only 18.24% of schools have staff proficient in the use of
computers, and only very few schools (13.13%) have school heads with ICT training
in the previous 5 years. The survey also indicated the need of these schools to
implement standards for technology use. What kinds of changes in knowledge, skills
and competencies are required from teachers and students in the use of ICT? In order
to serve as a basis for developing knowledge, skills and competencies in the use of
ICT, as well as in comparing outcomes of ICT use against goals set, few countries
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have set standards for technology use. The primary factor that influences the
effectiveness of learning is not the availability of technology, but the pedagogical
design for effective use of ICT. The computer should be fitted into the curriculum, not
the curriculum into the computer. Therefore, effective ICT integration should focus on
pedagogy design by justifying how the technology is used in such a way and why.
Effective ICT integration into the learning process has the potential to engage learners
More and more, schools and universities present themselves as innovative
educational institutes by utilizing web-based technology or the Internet to deliver
instruction. In the last few years, there is an emergence of distance education
programs in the Philippines, particularly in tertiary level, like the University of the
Philippines Open University (UPOU), the largest that offers undergraduate and
graduate school programs recognized by the Commission on Higher Education. From
the business sector, many BPO companies cater to providing English online learning
classes to students mostly outside the country. A-Plus Languages Online is a company
that delivers language online instruction to some primary, secondary and tertiary
private schools in Metro Manila.
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Chapter III
METHODOLOGY
This chapter presents the methods, the instruct and the procedure use in
gathering data, research design, sampling procedures and sample, and the data
analysis use in interpreting the data.
A. Research Design
The research design that will be used in this study will be case study since
gathering of data will be centered on an intensive, systematic investigation of a
single individual, group, community or some other unit in which he researchers
examine in-depth data. To avoid biases and preconceived assumptions, the
researchers will show the respondents their decoded statements. This will assure the
respondents that their statements are interpreted correctly by the researchers. This
qualitative research method will allow the researchers to dig into the perspective,
understanding and feelings of the of the respondents who have experience having
the Empowerment-technology subject using direct investigation and description. In
this research design, the researchers will conduct in-depth interviews of the
participants. By studying the participants’ response throughout the interview, the
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researchers will begin to make conclusions and generalizations regarding how
Empowerment-technology contributes to students’ ICT skills.
B. Sampling Procedure and Sample
The study will use Simple Random Sampling in determining the samples of the
study. 15 Grade 11 STEM students in the Regional Science High School were the
respondents of the study, 5 students from each section. They were the chosen
respondents because their subjects has to do with Information and Communication
Technology. Moreover, their generation is evidently more dependent on technology
than the way people used to before. In addition to this, this Empowerment Technology
for them is not only a way of communication and socialization but also a good way of
searching information.
C. Data Gathering
This study will be conducted at Regional Science High School. The data that will
be gathered will come from the 15 selected Grade 11 students taking up the STEM
strand who will serve as the respondents for this study.
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This study will be using questionnaires and interviews to gather data from the
participants who will be selected randomly as samples of the study. The researchers
will be preparing questionnaires to be answered by the respondents. The researchers
will also use mobile phone to capture pictures while in the process of direct interview.
The interviewers will also use voice or sound recorder to record the responses of the
interviewee to avoid any missed statements of the respondents. In order to verify the
availability and willingness of the subjects, the researchers will first ask permission to
the school and the respondents.
D. Data Analysis
The respondents will be answering questions that will be ask corresponding to
their familiarity and background about the relevance of Empowerment Technology
subject to ICT competence. The data that will be collected after the interviews will be
analyzed. Results will be analyzed using thematic analysis method. This method of
data analysis will be use as a way of analyzing data by classifying it into categories on
the basis of concepts or similar features.
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CHAPTER IV
Results and Discussion
The students of the Regional Science High School give the relationship of E
technology subject to the development of ICT skills.
I. Relevance of E-technology to the development of ICT skills of the
students
Upon reviewing the answers of the respondents, 15 out of 15 students agreed that
there is indeed a relevance of the subject E-technology to the development of their
ICT skill. The 15 respondents was ask the question, “How do you relate the use of E-
technology subject in developing your ICT skills?” As a Mariner student, Wel (not her
real name) stated that,
“The subject E-tech gives us certain lessons to improve our knowledge about
ICT. Rather than the typical computer subject we experienced during our junior high
days, E tech is more focused on expanding our knowledge to not only be familiar the
Microsoft office but to create different programs and associate it with another.”
A related answer was acquired from Tell (not her real name) from Mariner,
“The competencies of the etech subject that were taught and were required to do
made me develop my skills regarding the subject.”
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The E-technology subject give the students knowledge on how they can improve
their skills. The knowledge acquired from the E-technology serves as a tool for them
to develop their skills. In addition to, another student from Apollo, Mong (not his real
name) stated that,
“With the help of E-Technology, developing ICT skills will become easier. There
will be a lot of technological devices that can support your development and will be
help you to increase your proficiency.”
The subject E-technology gives them the opportunity to handle technological
devices that can serve as a support in developing their ICT skills and proficiency
easier.
To acquire the ways on how does E-technology subject affects the development
of the skills of the students, the question, “How does exposure to E-technology
subject affects your ICT skills?” was asked to the same respondents. Tell (nor her real
name) from Mariner, states that,
“The more exposure we get from e-tech, the more we can expand our knowledge
and vocabulary in internet related subjects.”
The knowledge the respondents acquired from E-technology helped them expand
their knowledge thus making it easier for them to develop their skills in ICT.
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The question, “What are the contributions of you knowledge in E-technology
subject to the enhancement or improvement of your skills?” was asked to the same
respondents. Mong (not his real name), stated that,
“The more knowledgeable are you with the E-tech, the more things you can do
with it. And with the help of E-tech and many more things related to it, your skills will
likely to improve with leaps and boundaries”
Ali (not her real name), one of the respondents stated that,
“Parang dati eh parang limitado lang yung alam ko sa pagmanipulate ng mga
tools sa iba’t ibang apps sa Microsoft ganun pero nung nagkaroon ng E-Tech subject
parang naging broad yung mga alam ko. . So parang mas nagiging or napapaganda
yung mga outputs talaga kasi mas maraming tools ang nagagamit.”
The possibility of improving the ICT skills of the students depends on the
knowledge they acquire in E-technology. If the student were able to gain more
knowledge in ICT related topics, the students will have more ideas on how to improve
their ICT skills.
A Viking student, Levi (not his real name), stated that,
“The effect of having e-tech shows the use of incentives specially in a public
institutions example in our school, to nudge students/individuals towards their
engagement in ICT. Parang naaattain mo yung level ng practices sa mga skill na
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gusto mong maachieve kasi ayun na, ICT spoon feeds the e-tech means ayun na – I
mean sobrang laki ng tulong.”
Engaging e-tech within their ICT skills is used in STEM 11, it predominates in
their core curricular areas in such it will serve as a framework for their technology
integration in various academic content.
The ways on how they apply these knowledge was stated by the respondents as
they were asked the question, “How do you apply these knowledge you acquired in
improving your ICT skills?”. A Mariner student Well (not her real name), stated that,
“When it comes to reporting, I've used hyperlinks which made my presentation
more effective that had caused me to gain confidence and improve more when it
comes with communication.”
These knowledge from E-technology can be a key in gaining confidence during
presentation by using the techniques taught in E-technology. For example, the use of
hyperlinks.
II. Specific skills improved while learning E-technology
The respondents was also asked the question, “What specific skills did you
anhance after having E-technology subject?”
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Well (not her real name) stated that,
“Coding, creating a program, the use of hyperlinks, creating your own website
with the use of different mediums.”
Alex (not his real name), one of the respondents specified that,
“Na-enhance ko yung kaalaman ko sa paggamit ng mga applications tulad ng
ano tulad ng Microsft Word ganun.”
There are specific and various skills that the students develop after having the E
technology subject. The students specified improving their skills in coding, creating a
program, the use of hyperlinks, creating and designing websites as well as improving
proficiency in Microsoft apps.
III. Difficulties and other factors affecting the students’ learning
regarding ICT skills
Another question was asked to the respondents, “What were the things you
considered while learning the subject in order to enhance your skill?”
An Apollo student Mong (not his real name) stated that,
“Test of my patience. Well I'm not too interested with technology at first therefore,
the subject really tested my patience before I gradually took a liking to it”
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Ali (not her real name), one of the respondents, stated that,
“I-consider mo yung mga ano yung patience ganun kasi sa paggawa ng website,
pag-eedit ganun eh kailangan ng pasensiya kasi maraming tools ang gagamitin dun
so kailangan mo talaga ng pasensiya.Atsaka wala rin akong prior knowledge gaano
parang konti lang yung na-introduce nung may ICT subject pa. So yun parang mediyo
mahirap magcontrol kasi andaming naintroduce na bagong tools ngayon.”
Another related answer was stated by Gel (not her real name), a student from
Apollo stated that,
“Yung interest ko, inisip ko kung interesado ba talga ako o hindi.”
The students’ interest was the foundation of the students before looking forward
to do the tasks that requires a lot of patience. If a student manage to build the interest
in the subject as well as the tasks he or she will have a difficulty in managing his or
her patience.
To further assess the hindrance of the students in improving their skills with the
subject E-technology, the question, “What are the challenges or difficulties you
encountered while having this subject?” was asked to the same respondents. Well (not
her real name), a Mariner student stated that,
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“In this subject we are required to have laptops however not all students have
one which caused problems regarding with this subject because most activities are
done with the use of laptops.”
The same technological device problem was encountered by Jam (not her real
name) from Mariner as she stated,
“I didn’t have a updated software in my laptop and it malfunctions all the time.
therefore, I cannot comply at the night time it’ll be submitted. also it’s quite older
than what you think.”
Most of the respondents’ problem was from their technological device. Having a
problem with laptops is the major reason why students were unable to to their tasks
well as well as causing delay on the submission of the given tasks. In addition to, Tell
(not her real name) stated that,
“I think what was difficult was not be computer literate enough and also having
a hard time in exploring the things i do not know much about.”
Students who doesn’t have the prior knowledge on a certain topic could delay
their learning and coping with the tasks given to them.
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IV. Benefits of E-technology on everyday life of the students
To further look in to the things where the students’ ICT skills were applicable, the
question “In what ways do you think you can use your ICT skills in your everyday
life?”
An Apollo student, Mong (not his real name), stated that,
“I can use my ICT skills when dealing with different types of subjects. I can also
use my knowledge in it to my everyday life such as to help my parents by sharing my
knowledge and also many other things.”
Another related answer was stated by Well (not her real name), a mariner student,
“I would say it is not almost every day but there would always be a time that
there is a need to use it. I guess in reporting ICT skills are such a big help that is why
there could be presence of it in certain subjects.”
Ali (not her real name), one of the respondents also stated that,
“ Na-apply ko siya kasi yun nga as I’ve said before eh maraming mga outputs
ganun so yung mga knowledge na natututunan about sa Microsoft, sa word, sa excel,
at sa power point, na-a-apply pag may ginagawa sa school.”
A Viking student, Macketh (not his real name), stated that,
“Visual learnings like in every branch of Microsoft Office and softwares.”
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Apart from modeling real world interactions, E-tech deals through the use of ICT
skills supported learning encourages among students to have active learning
regardless of where they are and the topic they might approach in the future.
Though some students may not use it everyday, ICT skills can be useful in terms of
reporting in other subjects which the use of hyperlinks can be utilized as well as
sharing the knowledge and techniques acquired in E-technology to people who needs
it.
To overall assess the benefits of having the E-technology, the last question, “What
did you gain in developing your ICT skills with the use of E-technology?” was asked.
A Mariner student, Well (not her real name) stated that,
“In some points I could say I gain so much looking from the perspective of ICT
skills but it is not as helpful for me. Yes, i learned many things and used it but it is not
as useful as it seems for me.”
Another related answer was stated by Jam (not her real name),
“I think i didn’t gain too much information because i already had the background
of what i’ve learned in this subject way back in our ICT subject on JHS. probably just
slight enhancements.”
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Though the skills were useful for some, there were students who stated that their
knowledge on ICT was not entirely gained from E-technology but rather from their
prior subjects during JHS. E-technology, for some students, gave them knowledge and
information but is not useful as other taught it was. But for some, like a Mariner
student, Tell ( not her real name) states that,,
“I learned the risks and responsibility of the internet which i am using everyday”
The acquired knowledge in ICT was not only useful for developing ICT skills
like programming and webpage designing but also for the practice of safety of the
internet.
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CHAPTER V
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATION
This chapter presents the summary of the findings of the study, conclusions
drawn from the analysis and interpretations of data, and recommendation presented
based on the research findings.
Summary
The following results were yielded from the analysis and interpretation of
data.
Relevance of E-tech in ICT
1. The use of E-tech subject to the development of ICT skills shows
relevance in all of the respondents. At three sections, it gave them
knowledge that served as a foundation for them in developing their skills.
2. Where E-tech subject is used in ICT, it says as a tool for every Grade 11
STEM students to be taught in widening access to education.
Specific ICT Skills
1. Most of the students learned and developed their skills in coding,
programming, hyperlink, website-making as well as improve their
proficiency in using their MS word.
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2. The use of ICT- related basic skills in E-tech like how to produce texts in
computer, visual learnings like in every branch of Microsoft Office and
softwares, creating graphics designing and importing generated images
and videos shows the students become technologically literate.
Benefits of E-technology
1. E – technology in connection with ICT skills, it leaves them to better
prepared to deal with ongoing technological change in society. This can
improve the quality of learning. In such, it can promote learner
motivation, mastery of basic concepts, and the development of higher
order thinking and lifelong learning skills in STEM students.
Difficulties and factors
1. Applying E-tech in ICT skills depends first on whether there are enough
ICT facilities. Most of the students’ encountered problem time and
interest since most of the tasks requires patience to finish. Another most
encountered problem was money for the technical device of the students.
Many of them do not have their own gadget specifically laptop since it is
the most required device in doing the task. Though some have their own,
the software issue was yet another problem they have encountered. A
student also mentioned the school lacks in technological facility as well
as stable internet connection.
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Conclusion
The following conclusions were drawn based on the findings of the study:
Relevance of E-tech in ICT
1. E-tech subject shows relevance to the development of ICT skills. In
helping the students developing their ICT skills, E-technology gave the
students the knowledge that served as a foundation for them.

2. Students applied their knowledge acquired in ICT in using the internet.
Specific ICT skills
1. Progamming, hyperlink, coding and web-site making is the most common
improved ICT skills.

2. The use of ICT-related skills in E-tech shows the students become
technologically literate.
Benefits of E-technology
1. In E-technology, in connection with ICT skills, the students are left to
prepare to deal with ongoing technological change in society.
Difficulties and Factors
1. Time, interest, not having their own laptop, and having software issues
are the most encountered problems and difficulties of the students in
applying E-technology in ICT skills.
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Recommendation
Based on the findings and conclusion of the study, the following recommendations are
presented to the future researchers.
1. The researchers would like to recommend to those who want to improve this
study to have an actual test to the skills of every respondent to see if they
really applied the skills they had learned in E-Tech subject.

2. The researchers would also recommend to the future researches who want to
develop this study to include data on the disadvantages of having an E-Tech
subject.
3. The researchers would also like to suggest to include in the questionnaire on
how much time do every respondents spend in improving their ICT skills.
4. The researchers would also like to recommend a longer time span in doing
this study so that the future researchers could determine whether their
respondents improved or not regarding their ICT skills.
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Regional Science High School for

guidance and plans.

completion of this project.

Many thanks to:

improvement of this study.

criticize the manuscript.

knowledge throughout the course of this study.

Helping the students build a basis in the world of technology, Empowerment

A. Overview or Background of the Study

ICT is used as a tool to communicate, create, disseminate, store and manage

of education, ICT is now implemented in our educational system. Empowerment

technology is taught since the implementation of K-12 on 2015. The Department of

Education recognizes the key role of information and communications technology

(ICT) in improving the state of education.

Empowerment technology is being taught in school to help the students build a

foundation in understanding the world of ICT, understanding and demonstrate the

for learners to develop their creativity, communication skills etc.

enhance by having an e-technoly subject to their curriculum.

Science High School.

Specifically this study sought to answer the following questions:

1. What is the effect of E- Technology subject to the ICT skills of the

2. What skills did the students improved while learning E-technology

3. What are the received benefits of E-technology subject to the students in

C. Scope and Delimitation

This study is descriptive in nature and focused on Grade 11 students having

sample is composed of fifteen (15) Grade 11 STEM strand students’ studying in

Regional Science High School for Region 02.

School for Region 02.

D. Significance of the Study

This study will be of great benefit to the:

relevance of having Empowerment Technology subject to the students' ICT skills.

upholds them in using the learnings of modern technology that connects

perspective of students regarding the Empowerment Technology subject.

relationship of Empowerment Technology subject to the skills of students in ICT.

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

ICT leadsto students’ achievements

integrating technology to the curriculum has a significant and positive impact on

continuously exposed to technology through education has better ‘knowledge’,

learning as compared to their counterparts. Introducing ICT into education is the

larger number of students?.’

The Mobile learning (m ‐learning) as a form of e ‐learning is a rising trend

society today where knowledge is expanding so rapidly that modern technologies

demand the use of Information and Technology.

Technological advances had greatly changed the education landscape in that

teaching is no longer confined to the traditional face-to-face delivery of lessons.Now,

educational institutions and education officials. A number of schools in the country

boosted by computer-based, or gadget-based, learning. Today, in some schools,

A survey conducted by Pearson Foundation in the United States found that

more efficiently by using tablets. A study conducted by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in

to students using traditional textbooks. Another study at Oklahoma State University

sometimes mocking) eyes of classmates or teachers.

Emerging technologies can be powerful tools in education. The Philippines

Thanks to technology, schools (and teachers) can tap a number of “partners” in

As the world continues its march to progress, there’s no escaping online

computer-based learning that will be effective for Filipino students. Technology

liberates education boundaries.

authority of knowledge to being facilitators of learning in the classroom. Educators

meaningful for all.

Technology has also helped distant education.

Students can participate in classroom activities and submit requirements for

educational resources.Materials have been made more accessible to students since

Technology sparks students’ interest in learning.

Using technology in the classroom also adds students’ participation and