A QUANTITATIVE CORRELATIONAL RESEARCH: INTO WHAT EXTENT HAS

TECHNOLOGY AFFECTED COMMUNICATIONS

A Research Proposal Presented to the Faculty of Senior High School

Department of STI College Tagum, Tagum City

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In Fulfillment of the Requirements for

Practical Research 2

Sandra Anne Bianca Basmayor

Danica Kaye Morcellos

Zyrha Mae Abasolo

Kate Sydny Clemen

Brylle Ezra Adaya

Valerie Dela Luna

Niña Mae Nonay

Jarose Deguerio

Rumi Matsuda

David Adarna

Cristy Tano

January 2022
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Setting and achieving a goal, no matter how small, reaps a double benefit; when a man has
done his best, given his all, and in the process met the demands of patience and society, he has
succeeded.

The researchers would like to express their heartfelt thanks to those who have
generously offered help and made a significant contribution to the publication of this book.

Ms. Paula Reginio, our topic instructor and consultant, for being thoughtful and helpful in
offering relevant information during the study's preparations;

To the examiners' panel, for their objective ideas and assistance on how to enhance and
finish the research;

To the respondents, for their patience and cooperation in enabling the researchers to
conduct a study on their experience We would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation for
their effort;

Thanks to our statistician for his help with data calculation, interpretation, and analysis.

Likewise, the researcher's adoring family and friends, who have provided unwavering
moral and financial support for the thesis' completion;

Above all, thanks are to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for providing the love,
intelligence, and perseverance needed to complete this academic task.
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ABSTRACT

The way people interact has changed dramatically as a result of recent technological
breakthroughs. Previous studies were reviewed, field observations were made, and an
online poll was completed to establish how engaged people are with their mobile
phones, other technology, and each other in face-to-face interactions. According to the
findings, technology has a good and bad impact on both the quality and quantity of face-
to-face contact. Even though people are aware of the decline in face-to-face
communication due to technology, more than 62 percent of those seen on Elon's campus
continue to use mobile devices in public. Everything has both a positive and negative
impact, and the impact of technology on the communication process also comes as
mixed baggage. Mobiles and the Internet are the necessities these days. Technology has
transformed the once big and far world into a tiny global village. Thanks to technology,
we now have the power to communicate with anybody on the other side of the world. The
most prominent negative effect of technology – the charm of the good old world is
missing. The letters and lengthy face-to-face conversations have gone away and have
been replaced by texting or chatting. As you can see, the impact is both positive and
negative. Nevertheless, logically thinking, technology has bettered the communication
process and has done negligible harm. The positive points of technological
advancements cover up the negative points. It all depends on how we use these means;
use the technological means of communication for sane purposes, and do not abuse
them for malicious motives.

Keywords: technology, effect in communications, internet, gadgets, sms, quantitative

correlational research, research paper, applications, telecommunications, social media
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page
TITLE PAGE i
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ii
ABSTRACT iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS iv
LIST OF TABLES v
LIST OF FIGURES vi
CHAPTER
1 INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study 1
Definition of Terms 2
Statement of the Problem 3
Review of Related Literature 4
Measures of Correlation 12
Theoretical Framework 15
Conceptual Framework of the Study 16
2 METHODOLOGY
Research Design 18
Research Locale 19
Research Respondents 20
Research Instruments 20
Data Gathering Procedure 21
Statistical Tools 22
Ethical Consideration 23
3 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION 26
4 SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATION
Summary of Findings 41
Conclusions 42
Recommendations 42
REFERENCES 43
APPENDICES
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Questionnaires 48
CURRICULUM VITAE 51
List of Figures

Table Page

1 Distribution of Respondents 25
2 The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of 27
Cellphone
3 The level of factor that can affect communication in terms of 28
Tablet
4 The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of 29
Laptop
5 The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of 31
Computer
6 Summary on The level of Factors that can Affect Communication 32
7 The extent of Technology in Terns of Faster Transactions among 33
the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum College
8 The extent of Technology in terms of Accessibility among 34
the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum College
9 The extent of Technology in terms of Efficiency among the Grade 35
12 students of STI Tagum College
10 The extent of Technology in terms of Understanding among the 36
Grade 12 students of STI Tagum College
11 Summary of the Extent of Technology among the Grade 12 37
students of STI Tagum
12 Significance of the Relationship Between the Level of Factors that 38
can Affect Communication to the Extent of Communication among
the Grade 12 Students of STI Tagum College
13 Significant Predictor on the Extent of Communication among the 39
Grade 12 Students of STI Tagum College
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List of Figures

Figure Page

1 The Conceptual Paradigm of the Study 17

 Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

Technology impacts communication, for better or worse, since it is a part of our daily life.
It affects how we work, amuses ourselves, and communicate. One might argue that
technological communication is advantageous from a commercial standpoint. Technology
communication has a constant impact on people. New communication patterns develop as
technology progresses, and they often become the standard. Communication is influenced by
technology because it makes it simpler, faster, and more efficient. It enables us to keep track of
discussions and therefore improves customer service. It is also simpler to collect consumer data
and enhance the overall customer experience thanks to technology. (Patel, 2021)

Everything has both a good and bad effect, and technology's impact on communication
is no exception. These days, mobile phones and access to the Internet are required. The bulk of
us would feel something was lacking in our lives if we did not have access to mobile phones or
the Internet. Consider a person's everyday routine in today's technologically advanced society.
The day starts with a "good morning message" and concludes with a "goodnight" message on
social networking sites. The social networking sites are like a virtual universe in and of
themselves. Throughout the day, cell phones and the Internet are used for communication.
Emails, teleconferencing, video conferencing, networking sites, and other technologies may
help speed up and simplify the process. The most common modes of communication are mobile
phones, emails, and social networking sites in the present age. (TheParentCentre, 2020)

Technological advancement has significantly affected how society communicates,

significantly as it has accelerated in recent centuries. From the development of the telegraph
and telephone to the introduction of the Internet, technology has provided individuals with the
ability to communicate with one another and express their emotions and views to a larger
audience than would otherwise be possible. It may be mind-boggling to think how
communication has evolved for those who recall a period before mobile phones and tablets. In
less than two decades, advances in technology such as wireless Internet, text messaging, and
smartphones have drastically altered how people communicate with one another. Whether we
like the plethora of new communication gadgets on the market or not, there is no denying that
technology has improved communication. (Storm, 2018)
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The continuous need for social contact, particularly in a nation split by over 7,000 islands
and with a rising number of foreign workers, was one of the primary reasons contributing to the
Philippines' growing number of social network users. Filipinos spend more than four hours on
average on social media platforms, the most in the Asia Pacific area. Networking sites like
Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, for example, provided a means for family and friends to
interact and bridge distances, allowed content producers to distribute information via digital
media, and allowed for a more extensive reach of promotional marketing through online
advertising. (Statista Research Department, 2021)

Social media and technology have advanced dramatically over the past two decades.
Each has contributed to the evolution of the other in their way. People may now use social
media on their cellphones and laptops, thanks to technological advances. Because everyone
has smartphones in their pocket or handbag, individuals are now communicating via social
media wherever they go. (Bhatla, 2020)

Definition of terms

To achieve a shared understanding, the following words are theoretically and commonly
defined.

Social Media Platform - is a new way to communicate and interact with other people
and it is adopted by businesses to have the ability of simpler and quicker connection and share
pieces of information with many people simultaneously.

Global connectivity - is the connection of a single person to another using the internet.
According to the World Bank Group, "Connectivity is the context is defined as a country's
relative position in that network in terms of the total push and pull it exerts on air traffic." The
other country would communicate through global connectivity known as the internet or the
global air transport network.

Software - According to tutorialspoint.com, "The Software is a set of programs. There

are two types of software System Software and Application." The software assists people to
solve a particular problem with well-defined functions and a sequence of written instructions.

Internet - is a global network. It is a system architecture that revolutionized

communication which makes it easier for people to connect through various computer networks.
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The Internet provides the essential needs of people such as communication via social media, e-
mail, chatrooms, newsgroups, and able help the students with their studies and research.

WEB 2.0 - is a design pattern and business model for the next generation of software.
According to Will Kenton, "Web 2.0 is the description of the current state of the web." Web 2.0
refers to the new age of internet applications that have transformed the digital era.

SMS/Text messaging - SMS or known as Short Message Service is a service for

sending short messages from mobile devices such as cellular phones, smartphones, and PDAs.
SMS messages are the new method of communication using mobile devices for easier
conversation from a distance.

Statement of the Problem

This study’s goal is to discover into what extent technology has affected
communication.

Its aim is to provide answers to the following questions.

1. What is the level of factors that can affect in communication:

1.1 Cellphone;
1.2 Tablets;
1.3 Laptop; &
1.4 Computer?
2. What is the extent of communication in terms of:
2.1 Efficiency;
2.2 Faster Transactions;
2.3 Accessibility; &
2.4 Understanding?
3. Is there a significant relationship between the factors that can affect in
communication to the extent of communication among the Grade 12 students
of STI Tagum College?
4. Does technology significantly influence the quality of communication?
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Review of Related Literature

Technology has transformed the once big and far world into a tiny global village. Thanks
to technology, we now have the power to communicate with anybody on the other side of the
world (Harankhedkar,2020). Technology affects the way individuals communicate, learn, and
think. It helps society and determines how people interact with each other daily. It has made
learning more interactive and collaborative, this helps people better engage with the material
that they are learning and have trouble with (Davis,2021). With the emergence of new media
technologies consumers have been empowered to ‘filter’ the information they want to receive.
This allows them to have a choice of which news to watch or what information to listen to
(Palmer, 2003). Communications technology has certainly made life easier for many, especially
for those who had to telecommute long distances to work (Behrens,2018).

According to Webster J & Hackley P. & (2017), technologies distance learning is

becoming increasingly important to business curricula. However, little theoretical development
or empirical research has examined teaching effectiveness in distance learning. Thus, this
article draws from research in management communications, education, and information
systems to develop an initial conceptualization of influences on technology-mediated distance
learning outcomes. It then reports on an exploratory study utilizing both qualitative and
quantitative techniques to examine 247 students’ reactions to such distance learning.

According to Philstar.com (2014), there have been several improvements in how

students nowadays are getting their education. These improvements, which have been noted by
teachers and school administrators, include the following:

Independence and information gathering. By connecting to the Internet, students

learn how to do their own research. The wealth of information available on the Web plus the
ease of using search engines give students more independence and confidence, as well as
increased skill, when it comes to finding relevant data and putting these data together to meet a
learning requirement or goal.

Critical thinking and reflection. With the large volume of information that they access,
students are induced to learn to think critically: Which information is accurate? Is this
information useful for the homework or subject at hand? Is this information validated by multiple
sources and by the latest research findings? Students learn not to simply accept any data, no
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matter how readily available. With the guidance of their teacher, they can practice critical
thought.

Communication and collaboration. Through the exchange of ideas and messages —

either by e-mail, chat, or even social media — students can collaborate with each other to test
their understanding of lessons. They can more easily ask questions to one another and provide
answers and share research data. They can also help verify each other’s work and involve their
teachers in this collaborative and communication loop.

More engaging learning experience. Information today is more engaging to the mind

and the senses because of its multimedia nature. Students have text, images, video, audio, and
even animation to help them better understand concepts and ideas relevant to their lessons. 
This multimedia experience lets this information be better ingrained in their minds.

Preparation for jobs later. The jobs that students will be hired for, and the professions
they practice, will require them to have working knowledge of computer use in the workplace, as
well as for communication and information processing. Having students use computers and the
Internet in the classroom prepares them for this future work environment.

According to Niehaves, B. & Plattfaut, R. Eur, J Inf Syst, (2014), is that Information
technology (IT) has significantly changed the way we live and work. For instance, Internet-
based and electronic businesses have complemented and sometimes even superseded
traditional offline channels. Online channels offer distinct value (e.g., constant availability)
and, due to their cost structure, are often less expensive than store-bound distributions. As a
result, companies often establish online channels as ‘privileged channels’ to support their
objectives of cost-cutting and service optimization. An example of a privileged channel is the
online check-in with airlines that is currently strongly incentivized over the conventional
counter check-in. IT is also becoming an important building block in other areas. According to
(Whitley & Hosein, 2008), smart homes and national digital identity cards are two examples of
IT steadily diffusing into more areas of our daily lives. Information technology (IT) has
significantly changed the way we live and work. For instance, Internet-based and electronic
businesses have complemented and sometimes even superseded traditional offline channels.
Online channels offer distinct value (e.g., constant availability) and, due to their cost structure,
are often less expensive than store-bound distributions. As a result, companies oft en establish
online channels as ‘privileged channels’ to support their objectives of cost-cutting and service
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optimization. An example of a privileged channel is the online check-in with airlines that is
currently strongly incentivized over the conventional counter check-in. IT is also becoming an
important building block in other areas. ) are two examples of IT steadily diffusing into more
areas of our daily lives.

According to Latour (1990) is it possible to devise a set of concepts that could replace
the technology/society divide? This set of new concepts - association and substitution - might
help to rephrase some of the traditional questions of social order and especially that of the
durability of domination of power. However, instead of using different tools to analyze power and
weakness, it is argued that power and domination are simply different values of variables that
should be studied in their whole range. By reconstructing networks, it is argued that a full
description of power and domination may be obtained.

According to McFarlan (1984), it is that as it moves from a strictly supporting role in the
back office, computer-based technology offers new competitive opportunities. A company can
use this technology, for example, to build a barrier to entry, to build in switching costs, and even,
sometimes, to completely change the basis of competition. This author shows how some
companies have seized the advantage, while others, more complacent, have ended up playing
the difficult and expensive game of catch-up ball. He also points out that it is important for
executives to make this competitive analysis in assessing where IS fits in their companies, since
in some cases it appropriately plays a support role and can add only modestly to the value of a
company’s products, while in other settings it is at the core of their competitive survival.
Understanding where a company fits on this spectrum can help the CEO determine both the
proper level of expenditure and the proper management structure for IS.

Although recent improvements in communication technology have made it easier for

billions of people to communicate with other thousands of miles away, little is known about how
the regular use of these devices in social contexts affects face-to-face encounters (Przybylski &
Weinstein, 2012, p. 1).

The availability of mobile devices was linked to the quality of real-life, in-person social
interactions in one research. Researchers discovered that talks in the absence of mobile
communication devices were assessed as much superior to those in the presence of a mobile
device in a natural field experiment (Misra, Cheng, Genevie, & Yuan, 2014).

Przybylski and Weinstein (2012) found comparable results in another study, proving that
the presence of mobile communication devices in social contexts disrupts human connections.
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The authors discovered evidence in two tests indicating these gadgets had detrimental impacts
on proximity, connection, and conversation quality, especially when discussing personal
matters.

Brignall and van Valey (2005) looked at the effects of technology on "contemporary
cyber-youth" — those who have grown up with the Internet as a part of their daily lives and
social interactions. The two writers observed that there had been a considerable drop in face-to-
face interaction among the young due to the widespread use of the Internet in education,
communication, and entertainment. They believe that reducing the number of time adolescents
spend interacting face-to-face will have "major ramifications for their development of social skills
and self-presentation" in the future (p. 337).

Contrary to widespread assumption, Baym, chief researcher at Microsoft Research,

does not believe technology negatively influences face-to-face contact. Baym, on the other
hand, feels that research demonstrates that digital communications improve relationships and
that "the data repeatedly shows that the more you connect with individuals using technology,
the more likely you are to communicate with those people face to face" (Adler, 2013).

Schiffrin et al. (2010) also argue for the negative effects of online CTs. They found that
people generally perceived computer-mediated communication as less valuable than face-to-
face communication and suggested replacing face-to-face with online communication is likely to
affect relationships and well-being negatively. In line with this, they did find an association
between Internet use and reduced well-being. Other studies have also found negative
associations between particular types of online communication, well-being, and relationship
satisfaction (Chesley, 2005; Kross et al., 2013). Some studies further point out that some
individuals (e.g., those who are lonely or have poor social skills) run the danger of developing
compulsive, harmful Internet use behaviors (Kim et al., 2009; Musses et al., 2014)

In contrast, others argue that online communication has a positive effect on

relationships. In particular, the stimulation or increase hypothesis proposes that online
communication builds up and augments existing social ties, thus helping to strengthen
relationships. For example, the authors of (PEW Internet and American Life Project, 2000) said,
"This survey provides unmistakable evidence that e-mail, and the Web have enhanced users'
relationships with their family and friends—results that challenge the notion that the Internet
contributes to isolation."
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Several other studies have provided support for this hypothesis. For example,
Valkenburg and Peter (2007) found that online communication in adolescents was positively
associated with time spent with existing friends and the quality of these friendships. Similarly,
Wang and Wang (2011) found that instant messaging among adolescents was used with
current friends and positively associated with well-being. They suggest: "it may be that online
communication with existing friends can promote users' interaction in offline settings, which
could strengthen their closeness to friends and improve their subjective well-being. Several
other investigations have supported this theory. Valkenburg and Peter (2007), adolescent
internet conversation was positively related to academic achievement. The amount of time
spent with existing friends, as well as the quality of those friendships. Wang and his colleagues
are in the same boat. Wang (2011) discovered that most adolescent instant messaging was
utilized for communicating with other adolescent friends and is favorably linked to happiness.
"It's possible that online," they say. Users' interaction in offline circumstances can be boosted by
communicating with existing friends. People increase their subjective well-being by
strengthening their bonds with friends. In general, several research has discovered beneficial
links between online behavior and offline behavior.

Communication, well-being, and relationships (Bessière et al., 2008; Grieve et al., 2013;
Shaw) are essential factors to consider. Gant, Kraut et al. (2002) followed up on his previous
study (Kraut et al., 2000).1998), which revealed negative associations, prompting him to
propose the displacement. Many of the adverse effects of online shopping were found in the
follow-up study. Communication has faded away, replaced by primarily positive communication
effects. Participation in social activities and feelings of well-being. They speculated that it could
be related to a shift in the weather. The Internet's nature as more people moves, this is
especially true. The use of the Internet has decreased. However, it is worth noting that Kraut did
not completely dismiss the displacement argument (c.f. Shklovski et al., 2004). Other studies
look at the impact of CTs on new relationships developed online and the result of CTs on
existing relationships. Relationships that already exist. They emphasize that many "virtual"
connections can turn into "real" ones. Profound and meaningful" (McKenna et al., 2002), making
a positive difference in people's lives. A sense of fulfillment and well-being McKenna et al. say
that negative connections between online communication on well-being are frequently based on
limited sample size. With most people failing to report these negative consequences.

It has been argued that the adoption and use of information technology (IT) in an
organization affects the structure of the organization. Few studies extend this analysis to see if
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an organization's performance improves when such a rebuild occurs. More rarely, these claims
are considered in the context of public authorities. We will use data from a survey of program
managers working in county-level public institutions to investigate whether reconstruction will
take place after the implementation of information technology. Whether such restructuring will
affect the performance of these institutions. And what is the relationship between structure,
performance, and manager attitudes towards IT? We found that IT adoption had a negligible
impact on agency structure, and restructuring had negligible impact on performance. However,
IT adoption has a direct impact on performance. While administrator IT support has a direct
impact on an organization's performance after IT implementation, restructuring and performance
changes as a result of IT implementation impact administrator support for IT. (Bretschneider &
Heintze, 2021)

The purpose of this study was twofold: (1) to investigate the scope of information and
communication technology (ICT) used by undergraduates for personal and educational
purposes, and (2) gender, grade, and major ICT access. ICT skills recognized as. 252
participants followed a descriptive method of responding to the questionnaire. Participants were
students from a university in Jordan. As a result, we found that almost all students own
smartphones and most own laptops. They had easy access to popular technologies like
computers and the internet. They had moderate skills in general handling of these common
technologies and high skills in handling smartphones. You were a user of popular digital tools
and applications for personal use. Ownership, access, skills, and use of ICT for personal
purposes do not result in widespread use of ICT for educational purposes. However, student
use of ICT for informal learning had multiple implications for personal use of ICT, ICT access,
and recognized ICT skills. Students' use of ICT for informal purposes is also affected by gender.
However, student use of ICT for formal learning was not directly affected by access to ICT,
recognized ICT skills, gender, or major. However, the use of ICT for formal learning by students
was associated with personal purposes and the use of ICT for informal learning. Today, college
students surrounded by technology are common types of these technologies, such as
smartphones, social networking services (SNS), computers, and the Internet. They know how to
use this type of technology. Several factors directly and indirectly influence the use of ICT in
student learning. University managers and faculty need to take advantage of the use and
experience of certain types of ICT, such as smartphones and social networks, in their personal
and social life by formally integrating certain types of ICT into student learning. there is.
However, such integration should be carefully planned, taking into account the pedagogy
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associated with technology integration and the factors that influence student acceptance and
use of such technology. (Gasaymeh, 2018)

Instant messaging (IM) technology is gaining a lot of attention in the West, while lacking
knowledge in the Arab world. This study aims to shed light on the factors that influence the use
of IM and user satisfaction in the Arab countries (Kuwait). To achieve this goal, this study
develops a theoretical model based on three known models. This model is in the form of
curiosity (from the theory of flow), compatibility (from the theory of innovation dissemination),
perceived usefulness and ease of use (from the model of technology acceptance), and similar
experience before. Contains the individual characteristics of. The proposed model has been
tested with survey data from 609 students, and the results support the proposed model. It is
important that the results highlight the impact of social impact on curiosity as a new mediator of
technology acceptance and satisfaction. This study contributes to the literature on technology
adoption in Arabic and helps educational institutions and companies understand the social and
technical nature of users' attitudes towards ICT adoption and satisfaction. (Hamdy & Rouibah,
2009)
Understanding the personal acceptance and use of information and communication
technology (ICT) is one of the most mature trends in information and systems research. In the
study of information technology and information systems, many theories are used to understand
the adoption of new technologies by users. Various models have been developed, including
innovation diffusion theory, rational behavior theory, planned behavior theory, technology
acceptance model, and more recently a unified theory of technology acceptance and use. Each
of these models sought to identify factors that influence consumer intent or the actual use of
information technology. This study brings together a new hybrid theory framework to identify
factors that influence the acceptance and use of the mobile Internet as an ICT application in the
consumer context. The proposed model consists of eight components: performance
expectations, motor expectations, facilitative conditions, social impact, perceived value,
perceived playfulness, focus of attention, and behavioral intent. Individual differences, such as
age, gender, education, income, and experience, mitigate the impact of these components on
behavioral intent and use of technology. (Alwahaishi & Snasel, 2013)
Agarwal (2000) defines the adoption of technology as the use or acceptance of a new
technology or product. Moreover, understanding the individual acceptance and use of
information technology is one of the most mature trends in information system research. The
two most dynamic technologies of modern information and communication technology, the
Internet and mobile technology, are integrated into ubiquitous mobile Internet services that
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transform both our business processes and our daily activities. There is no doubt that mobile
internet services are heading for a new generation where mobile users can enjoy a variety of
new and improved multimedia mobile services.
Most research into the use of media has assumed that people use information and
communication technology (ICT) independently of other ICTs, that is, as independent media.
This study uses detailed inter-organizational interview data to uncover the important role that
ICT sequences play in persuasion, information sharing, and documentation. The main reasons
for using ICT sequentially were (a) meeting preparation, (b) completion of daily tasks, and (c)
follow-up to persuade. When people need to track the first episode of communication, the
overall grouping of ICT represents two basic attributes: the degree of connection with others
and the degree of synchronization. These results support an extended perspective on media-
rich and information theory by showing that ICT sequences can extend clues and channels and
provide error-reducing redundancy for ambiguous and insecure tasks (Browning, et al., 2008).
We are constantly impacted by technological communication. New communication
trends emerge as technology improves, and they frequently become the standard. It is entirely
possible to use technology to communicate with clients successfully and efficiently. You may
even utilize technology to build consumer relationships by engaging with them at the right
moment and establishing a feeling of community in some circumstances. This is especially true
as your company expands, and you need to use a tool or program to stay connected with your
staff or customers. The goal of this literature study is to determine the extent to which
technology influences research communication. Finally, this literature review aims to investigate
previous and current studies on the subject. (Patel, 2021)
According to Rogers (2019), We've devised ways of communication for as long as
humans have been on this planet, from smoke signals and messenger pigeons to the telephone
and email, which have continuously evolved how we connect.
The invention of the electric telegraph in 1831 was one of the most significant
advancements in communication. While postal communication existed before today, it was
electrical engineering in the nineteenth century that had a revolutionary influence.
The telephone. The telephone was created in 1849 and became a need for homes and
workplaces within 50 years, but tethering limited the device's flexibility and privacy. Then there
was the cell phone. Motorola developed a mobile phone in 1973, which sparked a series of
advances that permanently changed communication.
The World Wide Web. The emergence of near-immediate communication through
electronic mail, instant messaging, voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone conversations,
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two-way interactive video chats, discussion forums, blogs, and social networking has
revolutionized since the mid-1990s.
Email. The email was introduced to the world as a result of the World Wide Web in 1991
(although it had been operational for years before), and it has drastically impacted our lives—for
better or worse, depending on your point of view. The original users of the messaging network
were educational institutions and the military, who communicated through email. More than 3.8
billion people used email in 2018, accounting for more than half of the world's population. We'll
be sending 333 billion personal and business emails every day by 2022, according to estimates.
Technology. The first piece of wearable technology was a hands-free mobile headset,
which became associated with city workers after its release in 1999. It allowed entrepreneurs to
take calls while on the move, even while driving. Ten years ago, the thought of making a video
call from anything other than a phone would have seemed like science fiction. Thanks to
smartwatches, audio sunglasses, and other new wearable technologies, these skills are already
a part of our everyday lives.
Virtual Reality (VR). Although the next generation of virtual reality (VR) has only been
available since 2016, it is already disrupting communications. Even if participants are in different
countries, the beauty of VR—presence—means you can engage with someone in the same
area simultaneously, without the time drain and expense of travel.
5G. 5G promises faster data download and upload rates, more extensive coverage, and
more consistent connections than previous generations of mobile networks. These advantages
will result in significant communication improvements. Instant communication will be available,
and those tiresome spotty video conversations will be history.

Measures of Correlation

Relationship Between Technology and the Effect on it on Communication

Our environment is changing because of technological advancements and
breakthroughs in communication. Let us look at how technology has aided communication.

How Can Technology Help Us Communicate Better in Everyday Life

Improved Interaction. Nowadays, communication is instantaneous. It is the impact of

technology on communication in the contemporary world. Previously, we were supposed to wait
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many days, if not months, to respond from the other side. This need has been abolished in the
current period. New forms of communication have emerged due to technological advancements,
the most popular of which is online communication. It is normal to meet people from all cultures
and groups on online forums and instantly connect with them. People may meet one other in
chat rooms and discussion forums without needing to meet in person. They now have a lot more
options when it comes to coping with social anxiety due to this. Online dating has evolved into a
societal norm.
Speed. This is without a doubt the most significant technological advancement in
communication: speed. Instant communication is the norm nowadays. Within milliseconds, you
get the message the other is attempting to send. Wireless signals, satellites, underwater cables,
and other modern technologies aid communication by allowing messages and diverse types of
data to be sent instantly to any point on the earth. It also implies that the user does not need to
be physically present in some locations, such as the post office or mail room. He may send a
message from anyplace his phone receives a signal, even his own house.
Reliability. It is much more dependable to send these communications electronically
than sending them through physical mail. Chatting applications are already commonplace,
which reduces the danger of a transmission glitch. You can trust your gadget to deliver the
message on the other side if the data cables are safe. It may be hampered by malfunctions and
mistakes caused by weather or human error.
Hackers may attempt to steal data and information provided on communication platforms, which
poses a danger. Most messaging apps, such as WhatsApp use end-to-end encryption, making it
difficult for developers to decipher messages.
Self-service. Self-service is another example of how technology may improve
communication. It enables clients to purchase things using IoT voice commands rapidly. They
may also use augmented reality to test things without dealing with corporate colleagues or staff.
The majority of product and service-related information and inquiries may be found on the
company's website. The consumer may look for an answer on the website's forum or knowledge
base. Some businesses additionally provide video training, essays, walkthrough instructions,
and onboarding emails, among other services.

How Technology Has Affected Communication in Business

Increase the number of people who see your ad. The business sector has been
affected by modern communication media. Businesses are constantly using technology to boost
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their workers' productivity and inventiveness. Social media is used for a substantial portion of
internet communication. Businesses that have access to the Internet may reach a larger
audience and sell their goods more efficiently. Companies have also been able to save a
significant amount of money by using internet platforms instead of broadcast commercials.
Marketing. Communication is improved by technology, which is increasing at a fast rate
every day. According to Statista, smartphone usage has been rising and will reach 3.8 million in
2021. A corporation cannot depend on conventional marketing to match this population and
outperform its competitors. Given the variety of ways available to reach the target audience,
marketing rivalry has risen tremendously. SMS marketing, paid Facebook and YouTube
advertisements, email marketing, app ads, Google ads, banner ads, game ads, full
screen/interstitial ads, and sticky ads are the most popular methods.
Publicity. Professionals that manage a company's or an individual's public image are
known as public relations managers. The Internet and social media platforms accessibility have
made maintaining public relations more difficult. Usually, well-known firms and celebrities are
more susceptible to the public. People can virtually quickly share everything they do by
snapping photos, recording films, capturing screenshots, and publishing them to the Internet.
Everyone can see these viral photos thanks to social media networks. People may also rapidly
express their opinions and debate firms and celebrities on their own. They are more vulnerable
to unpleasant emotions because of this. The problems posed by the Internet and technology
make the job of a public relations manager much more difficult. To keep and retain a customer,
they must understand how to interact with the audience. Interaction with consumers via social
media channels and customer care; management of negative complaints and criticism on
various platforms; research and development of media for targeted markets; and control of
press mentions and press itself are just a few of their responsibilities.
Work from home. With rapid technological improvements, we can today assume that
everyone has a smartphone or computer. It allows workers the ability to utilize their own devices
to boost their in-office or work-from-home tasks. As a result of this aspect, several businesses
have developed rules enabling workers to bring their own devices to work or work remotely. It
may boost productivity by allowing workers to work from anywhere. This function, however, has
significant drawbacks, including the possibility of data breaches and information security. If the
organization adopts this policy, the IT department/vendor and management team must inspect
and control workers' devices. It can protect the company's secrets against security threats and
unlawful access. The corporation can effectively employ personal technology and profit itself by
conducting frequent device checks.
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Communication in the Workplace Technology is boosting communication tools, which

makes employee cooperation more pleasant. Collaboration and partnership have become easy
given the many capabilities of multiple platforms such as video chatting, presentation creation,
and other SaaS applications. Communication is aided by technology, which also improves staff
productivity, efficiency, and morale. To learn how technology has enhanced Communication,
read the following points:
Cloud-based solutions. These systems enable workers to upload a document or file to
a central place where others may access it at any time and from any location. It also eliminates
the time-consuming task of providing a printed file to everyone.
Tablets. These gadgets are portable and enable users to access papers and take notes
quickly when traveling and visiting.
Professional sites such as Linkedin enable users to connect with their colleagues, exchange
work, find new workers, and develop solid and valuable relationships via social media.
Automated Communication is a term used to describe a system that allows people to
communicate. Small businesses and entrepreneurs may use automated Communication to
compete with giant corporations. When a firm or startup lacks the resources and time to engage
with its consumers, this functionality is critical. Automated Communication may enhance a
company's efficiency dramatically. These qualities may be used in two ways by the firm.
Email Automated Communication. For small businesses or startups, email automation
may be a significant timesaving. Sending invitation reminders, delivery on special occasions
(like birthdays), sending a series of onboarding emails, rearranging subscribers, and pursuing
an empty cart are just a few of the capabilities that may assist the organization in automating.
Automated Communication on Social Media Platforms. Some technologies may also
assist businesses in automating Communication on social media platforms. These technologies
can automatically filter discussions by asking questions and directing the inquiry to the
appropriate individual. Automation may also assist in promptly resolving customer questions,
difficulties, and complaints.
Technology is a constantly changing idea. Technology has continued to advance
throughout history, which is very advantageous for improved communication. It's possible that
claiming that communication is at its best is a mistake. Now and again, a new kind of messaging
program emerges. This certainly demonstrates that there is an opportunity for improvement.
(Prajapati, 2021)
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Theoretical Framework

Adaptive Structuration Theory. The Adaptive Structuration Theory is a group

communication theory. M. created it. It is a critical look at the linear models of communication by
Scott Poole. It thinks that group dynamics are too complex to be reduced to a predictable chain
of events because members of the group actively seek to influence outcomes. This could be
done by modifying rules or resources in order to achieve a goal. The Adaptive Structuration
Theory is a method of studying how information technologies can affect organizational
development in today's business sector. It is feasible to predict how people will engage with
technology and take behaviors depending on the information they receive by looking at
communication structures. Humans make many of their activity decisions based on their social
systems. As a result, the focus of Adaptive Structuration Theory is on the social rules,
resources, and structures that institutions and technology create today. Social behaviors and
technology are changing and becoming increasingly linked, and each is impacting the other,
laying the groundwork for group decisions.

Priming. Priming is a notion that enhances the effects of media on people by providing a
basic perspective. Human minds make decisions based on preconceptions that have previously
been recorded in our memories. Memories are maintained as nodes that are effectively
interconnected and serve as a frame of reference for the judgments we make. By giving a frame
of reference, priming allows the audience to assess the scenario and determine the
effectiveness of the media to plan. As a result, the media influences people to make judgments
or decisions. Priming has been scrutinized during elections and the selection of the best
candidate. When it comes to politics, where individuals lack awareness of political issues, they
rely on media information to make decisions on who to elect. In 1982, Iyengar, Peters, and
Kender proposed the priming effect, which they named after themselves. In the field of media
effects, priming is a crucial idea. Because agenda setting focuses solely on the issue's
importance, priming explains how media information is kept in the human mind and how it
affects decision-making. Media can influence one's judgment or conduct by triggering
associated ideas, which are triggered by mental associations formed within the memory.

Conceptual Framework of the Study

Figure 1 represents the conceptual paradigm, depicting how to analyze the impact of
members’ work engagement towards the leader’s psychological capacity in research making. In
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this study, technology is the independent variable or the cause that influences the effects in
communication.

In figure 1, technology is an independent variable that affects the daily life of every
people that uses technology for communication, texting, and calling. It pertains to
communication, serves as a bridge on every daily contact.

Another variable, communication, refers to conveying and receiving messages and

information. It is known to every teen, oldies, and even kid; the number of people who always
used technology in communicating keeps growing.

INDEPENDENT VARIABLE DEPENDENT VARIABLE

Technology Effects on communication

1. Cellphone 1. Faster transactions

2. Tablet 2. Accessibility

3. Laptop 3. Efficiency

4. Computer 4. Understanding
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METHODOLOGY

This chapter will explain the method adopted by this research. This will mention the
components that are involved in conducting this research from population to sampling
techniques used for the interview. Lastly, this gives a detailed clarification of the chosen method
of examination utilized and data collection method.

Discussed in this chapter is the methodology used in this quantitative study. This
includes the research design, research locale, research respondents, research instruments,
data gathering procedure, statistical tools, and ethical considerations.
Research Design

This study will employ a quantitative research design. According to Pedamkar (2020),
quantitative research is defined as a scientific investigation of phenomena based on the
collection of quantitative data and the application of mathematics or procedure techniques.
Quantitative research differs from other methods of analysis in that it collects data. It focuses on
numerical data and employs quantitative analysis to investigate what is being determined, thus
the data obtained should be in numerical form. The scientific method predicts the general
structure of quantitative analysis. Furthermore, this is a descriptive-experimental analysis with a
hypothetical nature.

According to QuestionPro (2020), This research technique, also known as true

experimentation, is based on a theory. Experimental research is typically focused on one or
more hypotheses, as the name implies. This theory has never been confirmed, and it is just a
hypothesis. Modern approaches are less successful than traditional testing methods. There can
be several hypotheses. An argument that can be confirmed or debunked is referred to as a
theory. Following the establishment of the statement, attempts are made to determine if it is
factual or not. The method was also utilized to describe into what extent technology has affected
communication.

The collection and interpretation of numerical data is a time-consuming procedure. It can

be used to look for patterns and averages, make predictions, test causal linkages, and
extrapolate results to larger groups. In the natural and social sciences, such as biology,
chemistry,
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psychology, economics, sociology, and marketing, quantitative research is widely used.

(Bhandari, 2020).

Researchers will use the Correlational research approach in this study. According to
Bhandari 2021, this approach allows the researcher to explore associations between variables
without controlling or modifying them in a correlational research design. In addition, correlational
research is a wonderful way to collect data from natural situations swiftly. This (correlational
approach) allows the researchers to apply their findings to real-life problems in an externally
valid way. Moreover, there are a few instances where correlational research is the best option.

Research Locale

This research was carried out in Tagum City's STI College in Davao del Norte,
Philippines. Tagum is the capital of the province of Davao del Norte. The Municipality of New
Corella borders it on the north, the Municipality of Asuncion on the northwest, and the
Municipality of Mawab on the northeast. The Tagum-Liboganon River borders the municipalities
of Dujali and Carmen in the west, the Hijo River borders the municipality of Maco in the east,
and the Davao Gulf borders the city in the south, where two major rivers, the Tagum-Liboganon
and Hijo, as well as other minor rivers and tributaries, drain into the Davao Gulf. The land area
of 19,580 hectares is distributed to 23 barangays.

Generally, Tagum City is flat with rolling portion in its northern part. Further, it is
Politically subdivided into 23 barangays, categorized into 9 urban barangays namely: Apokon,
Madaum, Magugpo East, Magugpo North, Magugpo Poblacion, Magugpo South, Magugpo
West, Mankilam, and Visayan Village. Also, the city is categorized into 14 rural barangays
namely: Bincungan, Busaon, Canocotan, Cuambogan, La Filipina, Liboganon, Magdum, New
Balamban, Nueva Fuerza, Pagsabangan, Pandapan, San Agustin, San Isidro, and San Miguel.

Since this study’s core emphasis is Grade 12 research respondents enrolled at STI
College of Tagum, Tagum City was chosen as the research location. It is also where the
researchers are enrolled and where the research was carried out. Furthermore, the researchers
wanted to know if students had an impact on “the scope that technology has on communication”
and if this has a major impact on research decisions among grade 12 research respondents in
the chosen location. It is also a goal to distribute the study’s findings at this specified school,
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with the hope of being able to share the results with other schools that were not involved in the
study.

Research Respondents

The respondents were the study's subject, the respondent who could better inform the
research questions and improve comprehension of the phenomena under investigation of to
what extent has technology affected communication, so the respondents were Grade 12 section
Mauve Senior High School – students of STI College Tagum, who are accessible, convenient,
and most importantly, the best reflects characteristics and attributes in the sample. There are a
total of 16 respondents in Section Mauve, 8 males and 8 females, with an age range of 16 years
old and above, which is sufficient to provide a manageable volume of data to address the
survey query. We asked the students if who were willing to give their time to answer our survey
questionnaire. We see to it that we reached the number of students stipulated. We used the
sampling method in conducting this study.

Research Instruments

The study gathered data regarding what extent of the factors in communication, the
section of Mauve students in STI College Tagum through a researcher-made survey
questionnaire, and it is validated by Ma’am Paula Ellaine Reginio. It consists of 20 questions,
concerning the factors affecting the communication with regards to using technology with 5
questions each identified factor. The researcher used the Likert scale as the indicator of the
respondent’s answer to the statements.
The responses of the respondents of all the statements of the indicators of the
questionnaires used the following scale, descriptive equivalent, and interpretation.
Scale Descriptive Equivalent Interpretation

5 Always The statement is at all-time manifested.

4 Oftentimes The statement is frequently manifested.

3 Sometimes The statement is seldom manifested.

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2 Rarely The statement is rarely manifested.

1 Never The statement is never manifested.

The responses of the respondents in all the statements of the indicators of the
questionnaires were interpreted using the range of means stated below.

Range of means Descriptive Equivalent Interpretation

4.50 - 5.0 Very High The selected variable and the

statement is manifested at about 17-20
out of always.
3.50 – 4.49 High The selected variable and the
statement is manifested at about 13-16
out of oftentimes.
2.50 – 3.49 Moderate The selected variable and the
statement is manifested at about 9-12
out of sometimes.
1.50 – 2.49 Low The selected variable and the
statement is manifested at about 5-8
out of often.
1.0 – 1.49 Very Low The selected variable and the
statement is manifested at about 0-4
out of never.

Data Gathering Procedure

Seeking Permission to Conduct the Study. The researcher first created a

questionnaire, which was then checked by the research advisor. After the validation, the
researcher reconstructed the questionnaires, which resulted in a total of twenty items that will
answer the research problem.

Administration and Retrieval of Questionnaire. Afterward, the researcher approached

the chosen students of Grade 12 section Mauve in STI College Tagum to fill out a survey
question, which was created by the researcher. The respondents were told that they only had a
certain amount of time to complete the survey question.
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The surveys were conducted during the students' free time, and data collection lasted a
day. After the survey questions were answered, the researchers then tallied the findings, which
were subjected to calculation using a statistically chosen instrument to evaluate the significant
difference between gender.

Administration and Retrieval of Questionnaire. When the needed data are all
gathered, it was then analyzed based on the frequencies and was tabulated using the desired
statistical tools.

Statistical Instruments

The replies to the questionnaire's items were counted and recorded appropriately. The
findings of the independent and dependent variables were examined to see if they were
statistically significant. The goal of this investigation was revealed through the interpretation of
statistical techniques.

The following were included:

Mean. It is a mean determined by assigning values to data that have more impact based
on sure of its qualities. It is an average in which each quantity to be averaged is given a weight,
which determines the proportional significance of each amount on the standard. Weightings are
the equivalent of having many similar objects with the same value in the average. The mean
was used to measure the amount of members' work involvement and the psychological
capability of the leaders in research decision-making.

Pearson r or product-moment correlation. It is a statistic that measures the

relationship between two variables. This method is utilized when the variables are measured in
intervals or ratios. It was also employed in the research to see if there was a link between the
members' job involvement level and the leaders' psychological capacity for research.

Multiple Regression Analysis. It's a statistical metric that tries to determine how strong
a connection is between one dependent variable and a set of other factors that change over
time. It aids in the comprehension of variable references. It was employed in the study to see if
the members' work involvement significantly impacted the leaders' psychological capability
when doing research.
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Ethical Considerations

Ethical Consideration is a noteworthy piece of any investigation as referred to by

Graziano and Raulin (2010. Silverman (2007) included that rules of an expert affiliation can
distort moral contemplations. Moral issues will be considered by the analyst in the lead of this
examination.

To follow this, before the meeting, a composed assent will be given to the members to
be agreed upon. It will be expressed there that that consent to the terms and states of the
investigation and that they willfully submit themselves for the meeting. The inquiries during the
center gathering meeting will likewise be considered to suit the social and social foundations for
the members. Singular contrasts will likewise be considered to guarantee that the individual
inclinations of the members won’t be an issue.

According to Bhasin (2020), ethical consideration is a set of ideals and standards to be

observed while dealing with human concerns. No one behaves in a way that damages society
or an individual for ethical reasons. It prevents individuals and organizations from engaging in
destructive behavior. Ethical issues are crucial, particularly in research.

The validity of the research. The legitimacy of research questions is the earliest and
most basic ethical concern that might emerge in research. The purpose of research is to answer
a specific research topic. The study conclusion must follow the research question posed at the
outset. Failure to align research questions with study conclusions will breach ethical concerns.

The research method used for the research. Every study necessitates the use of a
research method. To do research, a variety of approaches might be utilized. To perform the
investigation, the most appropriate research approach is chosen. When it comes to ethical
issues, picking the correct study approach is critical. When it comes to picking a research
technique for research objectives, the following considerations must be made: The approach
should be compatible with the research's objectives; there should be no hazards linked with the
research method in question. All risks associated with the research technique should be
disclosed before it is used for research; Its strengths and limitations should be assessed before
it is used for research.
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Consent of participants. The majority of studies include participants. The researcher

must educate participants about all research activities and get informed consent before
beginning work on the study to comply with ethical issues.
The purpose of obtaining informed consent from participants is to ensure that they are aware of
what they agree to. They can determine whether or not they wish to participate in the study if
they are informed of its objective.  Furthermore, participants have the right to request extra
information if they have any queries or get frightened throughout the research. After all of the
participants' questions have been answered, you can ask them to sign a permission document.
The form will serve as a symbol of confidence between the researcher and the participants.

Confidentiality. The confidentiality of the information given by the participant is one of

the essential ethical issues. Under no circumstances can any information on participants or
given by participants be made available or accessed by anybody other than the researcher,
according to the definition of privacy. The data is solely used to safeguard the participants from
a potential external threat. Moreover, secrecy ensures that no identifiable information about
participants appears in study papers or other public documents. In the research papers, the
volunteers are always referred to as anonymous. Furthermore, the research must ensure that
the information or output about the participants is presented so that no one can identify them.

The risk to the participant.    We previously taught that volunteers should be educated
about the study's purpose and potential dangers. However, if the danger to the participant is
greater than the benefit they would get, the research should be terminated. Physical or
psychological dangers are also possible. If the subjects become worried, nervous, or in pain, the
research should be halted.

The anonymity of the participants.  The importance of maintaining the participant's

anonymity during the research process cannot be overstated. The study team should likewise
be kept in the dark about the participants. The study team should never know the participants'
names and only refer to them as "subject number" participants. The anonymity of the
participants is difficult to maintain since most of the participants are known to the researchers,
and it is human nature for people to socialize while they work together.

A sampling of the participants.  One of the first activities a researcher must complete

before beginning their research is sampling. The researcher must explain why he chose a
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specific set of participants for the study and excluded certain individuals. This information
should be transparent, and funders and participants should be informed if they have any
concerns about your sample method.

Accessibility to only relevant information.  Participants agree to supply only relevant

information for the research objective when signing the permission form. That means the
researchers cannot utilize them as guinea pigs to collect data on every subject they are
interested in. A researcher cannot ask questions other than those connected to the research
goal. Participants have the opportunity to withdraw from the study if they believe there has been
a breach of information accessibility. To prevent penalties connected to ethical issues, it is
usually recommended that researchers employ as essential as feasible study methodologies
and explain everything in full to the participants.

Integrity and transparency.  Integrity and honesty are two more ethical issues that may
occur in research. In front of the ethical committee, researchers must keep their integrity and
transparency. All possible conflicts of interest that may impact a researcher's study activity must
be disclosed.

In conclusion, ethical considerations are the guidelines that must be adhered to while

performing any study. Ethics ensure that no human rights are abused and that the study being
undertaken has no hidden objective.

Table 1. Distribution of Respondents

Grade 12 – Mauve of STI

College Tagum Respondents Percent of Distribution
Male 8 50%
Female 8 50%
Total 16 100%
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RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

The researchers presented, evaluated, and interpreted the data collected in textual and
tabular forms in this chapter.

The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Cellphone

Table 2 shows the level of factors that can affect communication in terms of Cellphones.
“I can call someone conveniently especially when it is urgent.” obtained the highest average
weighted mean of 4.50. It has the descriptive equivalent of very high. This followed by “It gives
entertainment when I am feeling bored.” which obtained the average weighted mean of 4.10 and
“I can bring it anywhere, and people can easily contact me.” that obtained the average weighted
mean of 4.05 These two (2) items have the descriptive equivalent of high. Lastly, “I use the
mobile phone so that I can easily text messages.”, got the lowest average weighted mean of
4.03 with the descriptive equivalent of high.

One major impact of the cell phone stems from its capacity to include partly illiterate
mass populations in less developed countries in the southern hemisphere, who will never have
the means to buy a computer and who hitherto were not even connected to the traditional
networks of landline phones (Townsen,d 2000).

A recent empirical study by the International Telecommunication Union provides striking

evidence of how the cell phone has contributed to narrowing the century-old gap in telephone
usage between highly developed and less developed countries. It shows that in 2001 about 100
nations (among them many African) had more mobile than landline phones in service and that
cell phone technology is far more potent than computer technology in connecting less privileged
populations to the sphere of digitalized information. (World Telecommunication Development
Report 2002).
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Table 2. The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Cellphone

ITEMS AWM Descriptive Statement

Cellphone

1. I use a mobile phone so that I can 4.03 High

easily text messages.
2. It gives entertainment when I am feeling 4.10 High
bored.

3. I can bring it anywhere, and people can 4.05 High

easily contact me.
4. I can call someone conveniently 4.50 Very High
especially when it is urgent.

Overall Mean 4.04 High

The level of factor that can affect communication in terms of Tablet

Table 3 shows the level of factorfactorscan affect in comication in terms of Tablet. “I use
a tablet to video call my family, relatives, and friends overseas or in another city.” obtained the
highest average weighted mean of 4.01. It has the descriptive equivalent of high. Fthis
followedby “It can help me interact with the world since it is great for web browsing” that
obtained the average weighted mean of 3.03 and “I use tablets because of their widescreen.”
which obtained the average weighted mean of 3.00. These two (2) items have the descriptive
equivalent of moderate. Lastly, “I can get connectivity anywhere so I could contact my families
& friends”, got the lowest average weighted mean of 2.49 with the descriptive equivalent of low.

Tablet PC use in thithird-levelucation provides educators with the option to engage in

manmany differentys of tectechnology-mediatedteraction, in classrooms whicthatport their use
(Hulls, 2005). Tablet PC use in the classroom, provides academic staff and students with the
option to engage in electronically mediated instant forms of online communication such
aareasonlinesessment and online quizzes, without sacrificing the nature of feedback (Theys et
al., 2005). Engagement in Tablet PPC-enabledacademic programs is perceived as a positive
educational experience (Mock, 2004). However, the above studies pay little attention to some of
the issues that staff and students have encountered whilst learning to use, and then
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operateTablet PCs in academic work. There is a pressing need to understand what issues
faculty andstudents encounter in using Tablet PC portable devices in everyday academic work.
TabletPCs use on campus takes many forms. For example, the Tablet PC is reported as aiding
thecompletion of academic tasks such as the grading of assignments, project work,
creatinglecture material, and capturing meeting notes which may occur outside of the classroom
(Mock, 2004). The physical nature of portable devices means that their use is not solesolely
restrictedspecific locations, like lecture halls or classrooms (Theys et al., 2005). In today
universities, technologically configured environments now support varied types of connectivity to
electronic systems and resources and support extended use of mobile devices.At present, there
is a pressing need to understand how Tablet PC’s support active instruction within specifically
designed, technologically enhanced classroom environments (Berque andThede, 2006). By
conducting this pilot, an exploratory study we hope to extend our understanding of the role that
Tablet PC’s play in academic work and make an initial assessment on their use to find out how
educators/faculty and students integrate Tablet PC’s into daily tasks (weitz et al 2006).

Table 3. The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Tablet

ITEMS AWM Descriptive Statement

Tablet

1. I can get connectivity anywhere so I 2.49 Low

could contact my families & friends
2. It can help me interact with the world 3.03 Moderate
since it is great for web browsing

3. I use tablets because of their 3.00 Moderate

widescreen.
4 I use a tablet to video call my family, 4.01 High
relatives, and friends overseas or in
another city.
Overall Mean 3.13 Moderate

The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Laptop

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Table 4 shows the level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Laptop. “I
can share my screen properly when presenting in class.” obtained the highest average weighted
mean of 4.50. It has the descriptive equivalent of very high. Followed by “I use it for
educational/work purposes.” that obtained the average weighted mean of 4.10 and “It is
convenient to use because even without electricity I can use it.” that obtained the average
weighted mean of 4.01. These two (2) items have the descriptive equivalent of high. Lastly, “It
allows me to virtually meet my friends & classmates”, got the lowest average weighted mean of
3.49 with the descriptive equivalent of moderate.

Computers, and especially laptops, have become standard equipment in higher

education as the number of universities instituting laptop initiatives continues to grow (Weaver &
Nilson, 2005). Brown, Burg, and Dominick (1998) and Brown and Petitto (2003) have coined the
term ubiquitous computing to describe a campus where all students and faculty have laptops
and all buildings have access to Wi-Fi technology.

One of the most high-profile initiatives is Microsoft’s Anytime Anywhere Learning

Program, which was published as the Rockman Report (Belanger, 2002). In their study,
Rockman et al. (1998) reported significant learning and accomplishments in skill development,
applications of technology for schoolwork, and improved critical thinking by using laptop
computers. Rockman et al. (2000) compared two groups of laptop-using schools and non-
laptop-using schools. The findings indicate that laptop-using students have more technology
literacy and skills, better performance on writing assessment, and more positive attitude toward
computers

Table 4. The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Laptop

ITEMS AWM Descriptive Statement

Laptop

1. It allows me to virtually meet my friends 3.49 Moderate

and classmates.
2. I can share my screen properly when 4.50 Very High
presenting in class.

3. I use it for educational/work purposes. 4.10 High

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4. It is convenient to use because even 4.01 High

without electricity I can use it.
Overall Mean 4.02 High

The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Computer

Table 5 shows the level of factors that can affect in communication in terms of
computers. “When video calling others, the quality of the video is higher.” obtained the highest
average weighted mean of 4.10. It has the descriptive equivalent of high. This followed by “I use
it for gaming.” which obtained the average weighted mean of 3.05 and “My messages can be
sent to groups of any size & can be programmed.” which obtained the average weighted mean
of 3.00. These two (2) items have the descriptive equivalent of moderate. Lastly, “I use it to edit
for my vlogs on YouTube.”, got the lowest average weighted mean of 1.50 with the descriptive
equivalent of low.

Scholars have found technology to be an essential resource for use in instruction. For
instance, technology can be an effective tool for motivating students (Ertmer &
OttenbreitLeftwich, 2010) and in particular, useful for improving students’ mathematical
achievement (e.g., Barrow, Markman, & Rouse, 2009; Demirbilek & Tamer, 2010; House &
Telese, 2012; NCTM, 2014; Van den Heuvel-Panhuizen et al., 2013; Wittwer & Senkbeil, 2008).

Of particular importance is the use of computers because of their application in various

subjects such as mathematics, science, and reading. Recent studies on teachers’ and students’
computer use document (i) computer use at home (e.g., House & Telese, 2012; Wittwer &
Senkbeil, 2008; Vekiri & Chronaki, 2008), (ii) computer gaming (e.g., Demirbilek & Tamer,
2010), (iii) computer-aided instruction (e.g., Barrow, Markman, & Rouse, 2009), and (iv) web
usage (e.g., Loong & Herbert, 2012). Taken together, these studies indicate that computer
usage has had a positive influence on student learning. However, to further examine the
relationship between technology use and its associations to students’ mathematics reasoning
will further justify the importance of the unique advantages of technology integration for learning
mathematics for understanding.
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Table 5. The level of factor that can affect in communication in terms of Computer

ITEMS AWM Descriptive Statement

Computer

1. My messages can be sent to groups of 3.00 Moderate

any size & can be programmed
2. When video calling others, the quality of 4.10 High
the video is higher.

3. I use it for gaming. 3.05 Moderate

4. I use it to edit for my vlogs on YouTube. 1.50 Low

Overall Mean 2.91 Moderate

Summary on The level of Factors that can Affect Communication

Among the factors that affect communication, Cellphone got the highest mean of 4.0,
with the descriptive equivalent of a High average. Followed by Laptop that has a mean of 4.02,
with a descriptive equivalent also of High average. The third is the Tablet, which has a mean of
3.13, with a descriptive equivalent of Moderate. The lowest among them was the Computer,
with a mean of 3.52 and has a descriptive statement of Moderate average. This indicates that
Cellphones and Laptops are the most commonly used devices for communication.

Based on the results, the context on the level of factors that can affect communication
among grade 12 students are immensely effective, since they mostly use the following devices
such as Cellphone, Tablet, Laptop and Computer in communicating. The acquired total results
of the respondent’s answers based on the levels of the factors that can affect communication in
terms of cellphone tablet laptops and computer devices can be a great factor of the knowledge
and ideas on the student’s way of communication, along with their lack of resources and
knowledge about their devices.

Moreover, Communication and technological development have gone hand-in-hand in

the entire history and the emergence of mobile and internet services have propelled
communication the exceptionally high levels. It is probably inadequate to mention the influence
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of technology on communication, without focusing on the democratization of the system of

communication. Technology has considerably diminished communication costs and this has
translated to increase accessibility. Media-related innovations as news that has been captured
live in online forums have introduced global participation, and access to information and use for
lots of people (Harankhedkar,2011).

Meanwhile, technology has enhanced storage and recovery of communication when the
need arises chiefly verbally communication a storage post real challenges in free technology
times. So, It has now become quite easy to clear doubts or misconceptions by contacting all
parties who are involved in a communication misunderstanding and this improves the quality of
communication (Harankhedkar,2011).

Furthermore, the cumbersome personal phones and numeric pagers of the early 1990s
to the internet-ready mobile devices common today, advances in technology have afforded
people of all ages many forms of communication and information gathering (Agar,2004). The
advent of mobile phone technology, the internet, and computers has concurrently provided a
vast array of information gathering techniques and communication mediums (Friedman,2005).
As a result, technology comes in handy and facilitates smooth communication among
individuals or businesses as it provides alternatives that lead to effective communication.

Table 6. Summary on The level of Factors that can Affect Communication

ITEMS AWM DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT

1)CELLPHONE 4.04 HIGH
2)TABLET 3.13 MODERATE
3)LAPTOP 4.02 HIGH
4)COMPUTER 2.91 MODERATE
OVERALL MEAN: 3.52 MODERATE

Table 7
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Extent of Technology in Terns of Faster Transactions among the Grade 12 students of

STI Tagum College

ITEMS AWM Descriptive Equivalent

Faster Transactions
1. Technology helps me pay my
4.01 High
bills more easily.
2. I can buy whatever I want with
3.00 Moderate
technologies
3. Through Technology, I can now
2.88 Low
travel to different places
Overall Mean 3.29 Moderate

Table 7 shows “Technology helps me pay my bills more easily” obtained an average weighted
mean of 4.01, in which it achieved a high descriptive equivalent. “I can buy whatever I want
with technologies” had taken a 3.00 weighted average mean that peers to a moderate
descriptive equivalent. “Through Technology, I can now travel to different places” got the least
average weighted mean of 2.88 with the descriptive equivalent of low. Thus, the Extent of
Technology in terms of Faster Transactions among the Grade 12 is likely to be moderately seen
to the students of STI College Tagum.

New information technologies, especially the Internet, have changed modern

commercial activities (Gu et al., 2016, Zhao et al., 2016). Mobile Internet allows customers to
make purchases at any time and from any location for a faster transaction (Linck et al., 2006).
Traditional payment systems, on the other hand, are unsuitable for e-commerce. The biggest
barriers to e-commerce are credit risks between buyers and sellers, identity theft, counterfeit
cards, and Internet fraud (Cheng et al., 2017). In the future, innovations will make payments
more cashless and invisible, while also enabling data-driven customer engagement platforms.
Cashless: As payment technologies make it more convenient for clients to use payment cards
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even in small denomination purchases, more cash will be displaced by electronic transactions
(Skull, 2019).

Table 8

The extent of Technology in terms of Accessibility among the Grade 12 students of STI
Tagum College

Descriptive
ITEMS AWM
Equivalent

Accessibility

1. I can use Technology anytime 4.25 High

2. The Technology provides

3.38 Moderate
adequate access for learning
3. It actively helps me to interact
3.76 High
with the world

Overall Mean 3.79 High

Table 8 shows the Extent of Technology among the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum
College in Terms of Accessibility. Whereas; “I can use Technology anytime” had a high
descriptive equivalent with a 4.25 average weighted mean, while “The technology provides
adequate access for learning” aimed an average weighted mean of 3.38 and “It actively helps
me to interact with the world” gained a 3.76 average weighted mean which both AWM
equivalents to a moderate descriptive equivalent. In addition, the table above indicates a high
accessibility to the students of Technology to Communication.

Digital accessibility can help people, allowing them to be more productive and included
in the educational, economic, and political realms (Dobransky and Hargittai, 2006, Kent, 2015,
Lazar et al., 2015). The degree to which a product, equipment, service, or environment is
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accessible and navigable for people with disabilities or other specific requirements, or functional
limitations is referred to as accessibility. The current round table's focus is on digital
accessibility, which includes access to technology products, resources, and services across
hardware and software (Carnegie Melon University 2015, Lazar et al., 2015).

Table 9

Extent of Technology in terms of Efficiency among the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum
College

Descriptive
ITEMS AWM
Equivalent

Efficiency

1. It increases academic
2.89 Low
achievement
2. Technology improves workplace
3.33 Moderate
productivity
3. I can communicate in an easier
4.48 High
way

Overall Mean 3.56 High

The Efficiency to the Extent of Technology to Communication among the Grade 12

students of STI Tagum College in Terms of Efficiency. “It increases academic achievement”
obtained a 2.89 average weighted in which it has a low descriptive equivalent. “Technology
improves workplace productivity” held an average weighted mean of 3.33 that equaled to a
moderate descriptive equivalent. “I can communicate in an easier way” aimed a 4.48 average
weighted mean with a high descriptive equivalent. Hence, Table 3 implies that efficiency is high
when it comes to the efficiency among the Grade 12 students of STI College Tagum.

Technology has the potential to help create lean and efficient operations. It can help you
speed up your process by automating specific tasks and reducing or eliminating duplications
and delays. According to (BP, 2012) Technological progress plays an important factor for the
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improvements in energy efficiency and the fundamental to driving economic growth. They also
boost the efficiency and productivity of IT-based businesses (Farooquie et al. 2012).

Table 10

Extent of Technology in terms of Understanding among the Grade 12 students of STI

Tagum College

Descriptive
ITEMS AWM
Equivalent
Understanding

1. Technology improves learning 2.50 Moderate

2. It is convenient for my education 3.00 Moderate

3. I can explore new information
and deep understanding with 3.78 High
Technology
Overall Mean 3.09 Moderate

Table 10 shows “Technology improves learning” obtained an average weighted mean of

2.50, in which it achieved a moderate descriptive equivalent. “It is convenient for my education”
had taken a 3.00 weighted average mean that peers to a moderate descriptive equivalent. “I
can explore new information and deep understanding with Technology” got the highest average
weighted mean of 3.78 with a high descriptive equivalent. Thus, the Extent of Technology in
terms of Understanding among the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum College are moderately
noticeable to students.

Technology is nothing more than a set of tools that may be employed in a variety of
ways. What is more important is how techniques are used. Even or especially in education, the
same technology can be used in a variety of ways. It is not a new challenge for schools to
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integrate technology into teaching and learning. Administrators and teachers have struggled
with how to employ technological advancements such as video and audio recordings, email,
and teleconferencing to supplement or replace traditional instructional delivery techniques since
the 1900s (Kaware & Sain, 2015; Westera, 2015).

Due to the sheer volume of new technology on the market, however, this problem has
been much more challenging. The short shelf life of new devices and software, combined with
large internal organizational impediments, make it difficult for institutions to integrate new
technology efficiently and effectively (Amirault, 2012; Kinchin, 2012; Linder-VanBerschot &
Summers 2015; Westera, 2015). However, according to surveys, two-thirds of students use
mobile devices for learning and believe that technology may assist them in achieving learning
objectives (Chen, Seilhamer, Bennett, & Bauer, 2015; Dahlstrom, 2012).

Table 11

Summary of the Extent of Technology among the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum

Descriptive
ITEMS AWM
Equivalent

1. Faster Transactions 3.29 Moderate

2. Accessibility 3.79 High

3. Efficiency 3.56 High

4. Understanding 3.09 Moderate

Overall Mean 3.43 Moderate

Table 11 illustrates the Summary of the Extent of Communication among the Grade 12
students of STI Tagum in Research Making. The overall results entail that Technology in terms
of Faster Transactions, Accessibility, Efficiency, and Understanding along with the students is
sensible.

The digital revolution has had a significant impact on daily life, as seen by the
widespread use of mobile devices and the seamless integration of technology into everyday
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chores such as buying, reading, and navigating (Anderson, 2016; Smith & Anderson, 2016;
Zickuhr & Raine, 2014). The usage of computers, mobile devices, and the Internet is at an all-
time high, and it's anticipated to continue to rise as technology improves, especially for users in
developing nations (Poushter, 2016).

Furthermore, a rising number of people are smartphone-dependent, relying entirely on

smartphones for Internet access rather than more expensive devices such as laptops and
tablets (Anderson & Horrigan, 2016). Many industries have benefited from increased access to
and demand for technology, with some succeeding by effectively digitizing their processes and
services (e.g., banking, media) and others struggling to keep up with the pace of technological
innovation (e.g., education, healthcare) (Gandhi, Khanna, & Ramaswamy, 2016).

Independent Factors that can Decision Decision on Interpretation

affect on Ho Relationship
Variable
communication

r p-value

Extent of
High
Communication
Positive
Correlation
.709 .000 Reject Significant

Significance of the Relationship Between the Level of Factors that can Affect in
Communication to the Extent of Communication among the Grade 12 Students of STI
Tagum College
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Table 12 discusses the significance of the relationship between the level of factors that
can affect in communication and extent of the communication among the Grade 12 students of
STI Tagum College.

Based on the figures, the p-value of 0.000 is lower than the margin of error set at 5%
which tells us that the null hypothesis should be rejected.

Hence, the effect of communication is significantly associated with the level of factors of
communication.

Further, the r-value of 0.709 tells us that there is a high positive correlation between
factors of communication and the extent of communication.

This implies that the level of factors that can affect communication to the extent of the
communication has a high positive relationship. In addition, figures tell that the extent of
communication greatly contributes to the factors of communication.

According to Dispatch (2018), critics of the digital information era say that all types of
digital communication available to people are fundamentally destroying interpersonal contact as
we previously knew it. This allegation is outrageously inaccurate and based on emotionally
rooted statements in fear of change and is frequently made by an older population that has not
yet grasped the myriad applications of technology in their everyday lives. Technology is
omnipresent, from appliances to mobile devices and computers, and it has the power to improve
daily life. Trying to go as far away from it as possible would only prevent a person from
progressing in their learning capacities and society.

Significant Predictor on the Extent of Communication among the Grade 12 Students of

STI Tagum College

Unstandardized Standardized
Coefficients Coefficients

Model 1 t Sig.
B Std. Error Beta

(Constant) .759 .282 2.691 .008

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Cellphone -.051 .090 -.049 -.567 .572

Tablet .412 .090 .408 4.560 .000

Computer .135 .090 .129 1.505 .135

Laptop .375 .073 .400 5.162 .000

Table 13 reveals the data on significant predictors of the extent of communication

among the Grade 12 students of STI Tagum College. It is noticed that among the domains of
the level of factors of communication, both cellphone and laptop are the significant predictors of
the extent of communication among the grade 12 students with a p-value of (0.000).

This result signifies that among the indicators of the level of factors that can affect
communication, both cellphone, and laptop represent the highest factors or influences that the
student used to widen the extent of communication and to establish a greater connection among
all the individuals in the respective aspects for an effective and success work. Through
cellphone and laptops, communication with every individual will be made easy.

This signifies that among the indicators of the level of factors of communication, it is the
cellphone and laptop that will more likely the factors to prove how the technology affects
communication and to the extent of it.

Through cellphone and laptops communication would be made easier and the
connection among the Grade 12 students will become more efficient and reliable. The other
indicators higher than 5% or 0.05 level of significance: computer is 0.572, and tablet is 0.135,
thus these indicators would not significantly predict to the effect of communication among grade
12 students.

In total, the (R2of 0.625) tells that the coefficient of determination of the model is only
(62.5%). This means that only (62.5%) of the extent of communication among Grade 12
students may be attributed to cellphone, tablet, laptop, and computer. The remaining (37.5%) is
chance variation.

As a communication device, smartphone technology has become an exciting

phenomenon of the modern-day. However, its use should result in new advantages for social
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growth. Moore predicted that the complexity of integrated circuits would rise every 18 months,
and the innovative phone technology would continue to evolve. Smartphone technology must
evolve in tandem with knowledge acquisition to enable objective technology users. To fill this
void, this research reviewed the literature intending to conclude that a "strong inventive
approach" is a factor that should not be overlooked by any civilization seeking to expand its
knowledge base. A concept model was also proposed to bridge the knowledge gap in society
due to a lack of understanding of the technical uses and benefits that this technology can
provide (Oguchi Onyeizu Ajaegbu, Chigozirim Ajaegbu, and Oluwaseyi Adewunmi Sodeinde,
2019).
 Chapter 4

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Presented in this chapter is the summary of findings based on the results of data gathered, the
conclusions drawn from the findings, and the recommendation for consideration.

Summary of Findings

Based on the analysis of the data, these findings were drawn:

1. The level of factors that can affect communication has an overall mean of 3.52 with the
descriptive equivalent of moderate.

2. The extent of the technology affecting communication in grade 12 section Mauve has an
overall mean of 3.84 with the descriptive equivalent of often.

3. There is a significant relationship between the level of factors that can affect
communication and technology to grade 12 research since the p-value of 0.000 is lower than
the margin of error set at 5% or 0.05. Further, the r-value of 0.709 tells that there is a high
positive correlation between the level of factors that can affect communication and technology to
grade 12 section Mauve.

4. Among the indicators of the level of factors of technology, both cellphone and
lalaptopsre more likely the factors to prove how the technology affects communication and to
the extent of it grade 12 section Mauve since they are the only indicators that are less than 5%
or 0.05 level of significance. The R2 of 0.625 tells that the coefficient of determination of the
model is only 62.5%. This means that only 62.5% of the grade 12 students may be attributed to
using cellphones, tablets computers, and laptops. The remaining 37.5% is chance variation.
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Conclusions

There is no denying that technology has altered how people communicate.

Communication has had a significant impact on the social structures of our society at all levels.
Even in the future, technology will continue to be the driving force behind how people interact.
Technology advancements ensure that communication is faster and that more individuals are
connected. With the growth of technology, interpersonal skills have evolved, and users should
always be willing to adapt to new communication methods. Technology has continued to
introduce new modes of communication, resulting in the growth of mediated communication.

The fact of one message being broadcast to a large audience (mass communication) is
now a reality. A condition in which neither time nor geography may limit information
accessibility. We've seen the combining of newspapers and books with computer technology in
order to boost the frequency and convenience of reporting news and advertisements.
Individuals and society have been exposed to mediated communication, which has had an
impact on our daily lives, notably on our culture and communication style.

Recommendation

Based on the findings and conclusions of this study, the following Recommendations
were drawn:

1. Future researchers should investigate more elements that would demonstrate a

relationship between the level of factors that influence communication and the extent of
communication. They should also widen the scope of their data collection in order to find a large
amount of data from which they may compute and compare to other studies, as well.

2. Furthermore, it is advised that future researchers make an effort to add other

variables such as the level of factors that affect communication and the extent of communication
that were not included in this study due to its limits in order to broaden its scope.

3. We valued the collaborative effort of the school administrators and DepEd

Division officials that allowed us to conduct this research-related prowashighlight highlight the
attributes that allows us to widen the scope of this study. We encourage future researchers to
conduct many possible points and attributes that help to broaden and understand the resebout.
With these, researchers may be equipped with ways of enhancing researchers’ attributes and
capacities.
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APPENDICES

Research Title:

A QUANTITATIVE CORRELATIONAL RESEARCH: INTO WHAT EXTENT HAS

TECHNOLOGY AFFECTED COMMUNICATIONS

INDEPENDENT VARIABLE DEPENDENT VARIABLE

Technology Effects on communication

1. Cellphone 1. Faster transactions

2. Tablet 2. Accessibility

3. Laptop 3. Efficiency

4. Computer 4. Understanding

Instructions: Please respond to the statements honestly by indicating the degree to which the
item describes your experiences or opinion on the situations given below. Check the space
provided in each item which would closely correspond to your reaction with the statements
below. The scale ranges from 1 to 5, with 5 indicating a strong agreement and 1 manifesting
strong disagreement. Please do not leave any question item unanswered.
Ranking Description: 5 – Strongly Agree, 4 – Agree, 3 – Neutral, 2 – Disagree, 1 – Strongly
Disagree

Cellphone 5 4 3 2 1
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1. I use a mobile phone so that I can

easily text messages.
2. It gives entertainment when I am
feeling bored.
3. I can bring it anywhere, and people
can easily contact me.
4. I can call someone conveniently
especially when it is urgent.
Tablet 5 4 3 2 1

1. I can get connectivity anywhere so

I could contact my families & friends.
2. It can help me interact with the
world since it is great for web
browsing.
3. I use tablets because of their
widescreen.
4 I use a tablet to video call my family,
relatives, and friends overseas or in
another city.
Laptop 5 4 3 2 1

1. It allows me to virtually meet my

friends and classmates.
2. I can share my screen properly
when presenting in class.
3. I use it for educational/work
purposes.
4. It is convenient to use because
even without electricity I can use it.
Computer 5 4 3 2 1

1. My messages can be sent to

groups of any size & can be
programmed.
2. When video calling others, the
quality of the video is higher.
3. I use it for gaming.

4. I use it to edit for my vlogs on

YouTube

Part 1. Factors that Affect Communication

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Part 2. The Extent of Technology in Terns of Faster Transactions

Accessibility 5 4 3 2 1
1. I can use Technology
anytime.
2. The Technology provides
adequate access for
learning.
3. It actively helps me to
interact with the world.
Efficiency 5 4 3 2 1
1. It increases academic
achievement
2. Technology improves
workplace productivity
3. I can communicate in an
easier way
Understanding 5 4 3 2 1
1. Technology improves
learning
2. It is convenient for my
education
3. I can explore new
information and deep
understanding with
Technology
Faster Transactions 5 4 3 2 1
1. Technology helps me pay
my bills more easily
2. I can buy whatever I want
with technologies
3. Through Technology, I can
now travel to different
places
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CURRICULUM VITAE

I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Sandra Anne Bianca Basmayor

Address: 195 Sobrecary Street, Magugpo Poblacion, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte,
8100

Date of Birth: August 3, 1997

Age: 23 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Epervic M. Alfeche

Mother: Jeanny M. Basmayor

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Magugpo Pilot Imelda Elementary School

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(2004-2007)

Sobrecary St., Magugpo South, Tagum City

Mabini Central Elementary School

(2007-2010)

Mabini ComVal Province, Davao de Oro

Secondary:

Arriesgado College Foundation, Inc.

(2011-2012)

Davao-Agusan National Highway, Tagum City

St. Thomas More Montessori School

Doctolero Avenue, Magugpo East, Tagum City

(2017-2020)

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements

Valedictorian (Elementary)

With High Honors (Junior High School)

Leadership Awards
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CURRICULUM VITAE

I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Zyrha Mae P. Abasolo

Address: 1238 Bonifcaio Street, Magugpo Poblacion, Tagum City, Davao Del
Norte, 8100

Date of Birth: July 14, 2003

Age: 18 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Parolito C. Abasolo

Mother: Melony P. Abasolo

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Sto. Nino College of Science and Technology Incorporated, Tagum City, Davao
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Secondary:

Sto. Nino College of Science and Technology Incorporated, Tagum City

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements

Valedictorian (Elementary)

With honors (Junior High School)

Leadership Award
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CURRICULUM VITAE

I.Personal Profile Statement

Name: Brylle Ezra G. Adaya

Address: Purok 6, Bagsak, Cadunan, Mabini, Davao de Oro

Date of Birth: January 05, 2004

Age: 18 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Rey J. Adaya

Mother: Eleanor G. Adaya

II.EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary:

Cadunan Elementary School, Cadunan, Mabini, Davao de Oro

Secondary:
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Mabini National High School, Mabini Davao de Oro

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements

Salutatorian (Elementary)

Leadership Award (Elementary)

With High Honors (Junior High School)

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CURRICULUM VITAE

I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Danica Kaye L. Morcellos

Address: PPrk. Mauswagon Teacher’s Village, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, 8100

Date of Birth: October 3, 2003

Age: 18 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Benjamin V. Morcellos Jr.

Mother: Irish Charity L. Morcellos

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Magugpo Pilot Central Elementary School (2010-2013)

Sobrecary St., Magugpo South, Tagum City

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Secondary:

Sto. Nino College of Science and Technology Incorporated, Tagum City

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements

With Merits (Junior High School)

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CURRICULUM VITAE

I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Valerie D. Dela Luna

Address: Purok Papaya, Mankilam, Upper La Union, Tagum City, Davao del Norte

Date of Birth: December 30, 2003

Age: 17 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Rommel V. Dela Luna

Mother: Rhealyn D. Dela Luna

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Magugpo Pilot Central Elementary School (2010-2013)

Sobrecary St., Magugpo South, Tagum City

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Mabini St.,Tagum City,Davao del Norte

Mankilam Elementary School

(2014-2016)

Mankilam,Tagum City,Davao Del Norte

Secondary:

Tagum City National Comprehensive High School

(2016-2020)

Tagum City,Davao del Norte

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements

Third Honorable Mention (Elementary)

With Honors (Junior High School)

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CURRICULUM VITAE

I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Kate Sydny S. Clemen

Address: Prk. 6 Burgos Canocotan, Tagum City

Date of Birth: December 30, 2003

Age: 18 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Castor Clemen

Mother: Ponciana Clemen

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Herculina L Edig Elementary School

Canocotan, Tagum City

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Secondary:

Canocotan National High School

Canocotan, Tagum City

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements:

With Honors (Elementary and Junior High School)

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CURRICULUM VITAE

I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Jarose J. Deguerio

Address: Block 2 Lot 22, Dacudao J.P Laurel, Panabo City, Davao Del Norte, 8105

Date of Birth: September 21, 2003

Age: 18 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Jason T. Deguerio

Mother: Rosenne J. Deguerio

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Rizal Elementary School, Panabo City

Secondary:
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A.O Floirendo National High School, Panabo City (2016-2017)

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements:

With Honors (Junior High School)

CURRICULUM VITAE
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I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Rumi E. Matsuda

Address: Purok Orchids, Mankilam, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, 8100

Date of Birth: May 6, 2003

Age: 18 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Foursquare

Civil Status: Single

Father: Tsuruo T. Matsuda

Mother: Roville E. Matsuda

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Tagum Fellowship Baptist Church School Inc. Tagum City Davao Del Norte (2010 –
2012)

Mankilam Elementary School

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(2012 – 2016)

Secondary:

Tagum City National Comprehensive High School (2016-2020)

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements:

With honors (Junior High School)

Chief Girl Scout Medalist

CURRICULUM VITAE
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I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Cristy B. Tano

Address: Purok Namnama Olanio, Cuambogan, Tagum City, Davao del Norte, 8100

Date of Birth: December 16, 2003

Age: 17 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Criszaldo M. Tano

Mother: Sherlie B. Tano

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Magugpo Pilot Central Elementary School (2009-2015)

Sobrecary St., Magugpo South, Tagum City

Secondary:
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La Filipina National High School (2016-2020)

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements:

With honors (Elementary and Junior High School)

Minor Awards Regional Jazzchanters (2019)

CURRICULUM VITAE
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I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: Niña Mae L. Noynay

Address: Purok Bagani, Sacred Heart, Cuambogan, Tagum City, Davao del Norte

Date of Birth: January 28, 2004

Age: 17 years old

Sex: Female

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

Father: Henry Flores Noynay

Mother: Maria Luisa Noynay

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Eulogio Rodriguez Integrated School (2009-2015)

670 Cavo F. Sanchez, Manila, Metro Manila

Secondary:
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La Filipina National High School (2016-2020)

Senior High School:

STI College Tagum

Apokon Road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte

III. Achievements:

With honors (Elementary and Junior High School)

CURRICULUM VITAE
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I. Personal Profile Statement

Name: David Celmar Adarna

Address: Brgy. Hijo Maco Davao De Oro , Philippines

Date of Birth: December 1, 2001

Age: 20 years old

Sex: Male

Nationality: Filipino

Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single

II. Educational Background

Elementary:

Hijo Elementary School

Brgy . Hijo , Maco , Davao De Oro, Philippines

2006-2012

Secondary School

Atty. Orlando S. Rimando National High School

Brgy. Binuangan , Maco , Davao De Oro, Philippines

2013-2018

Senior High School

AMA COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER (Grade 11)

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National Highway , Tagum city, Davao Del Norte ,Philippines.

2018-2019

SYSTEM OF TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE (Grade 12)

Apokon road, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte , Philippines

2021-2022

III. Achievements:

Conduct award

With honors