JOSE RIZAL MEMORIAL STATE UNIVERSITY

The Premier University in Zamboanga del Norte

KATIPUNAN CAMPUS

Republic of the Philippines

 JOSE RIZAL MEMORIAL STATE UNIVERSITY
The Premier University in Zamboanga delNorte
KATIPUNAN CAMPUS
Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte

DIGITAL LITERACY AMONG SUBANEN IN BARANGAY MATAM,

KATIPUNAN, ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE

An Undergraduate Research Presented to the

College of Education
Jose Rizal Memorial State University-Katipunan Campus
Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte

In Partial Fulfilment
of the Requirements for
SPEC 114B (Research in Social Studies II)

Jane Britney F. Amodia

Arah Jane P. Antenero
Shaina Mae A. Tabiado

January 2022 ii
Republic of the Philippines
JOSE RIZAL MEMORIAL STATE UNIVERSITY
 The Premier University in Zamboanga delNorte
KATIPUNAN CAMPUS
Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte

APPROVAL SHEET

This research entitled “Digital Literacy Among Subanen” prepared and

submitted by JANE BRITNEY F. AMODIA, ARAH JANE P. ANTENERO, and
SHAINA MAE A. TABIADO in partial fulfilment of the requirements SPEC 114B
(RESEARCH IN SOCIAL STUDIES II) has been examined and recommended for
acceptance and approval for ORAL EXAMINATION.

MARY JOY L. MASIBAY ROGELIO A. MURRO, Ed. D.

Research Editor Research Adviser

Approved by the Committee on Oral Examination on _____________________ with the

rating of ________________.

LEONORA T. DIVINAGRACIA, Ed. D.

Chair/Associate Dean, College of Education

HERMIE V. INOFERIO, Ph. D. ABRAHAM B. BAYRON JR., MA

Member/Statistician Member/CED Research Coordinator

Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements in SPEC 114B

(RESEARCH IN SOCIAL STUDIES II)

LEONORA T. DIVINAGRACIA, Ed. D.

Associate Dean, College of Education

Date: _________________________

DIGITAL LITERACY AMONG SUBANEN

 ABSTRACT

Digital Literacy has played a vital role as online resources became a fundamental
component in terms of academic discipline and occupation. Thus, the role of technology
has provided a requirement of expanding the notion of the people’s Digital Literacy.
However, Subanen people in Mindanao who lived along river banks and mountains posit
scarcity in digital literacy due to their demographic location and insufficient access to
technology. This study employed quantitative method to evaluate and quantify variables
which entailed statistical methods (e.g. Pearson Chi-square) to analyze numerical data
obtained from the questionnaire provided. Nevertheless, results showed that there was no
significant difference among Subanen’s Digital Literacy when analyzed according to
profile specifically on sex, age, and civil status. Meanwhile, it was determined that there
existed a significant difference in digital literacy level among Subanen with respect to
their civil status in terms of social media and digital devices.

Keywords: Digital literacy, Subanen. Digital Divide, Social Media, Technology.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
 With great attitude, praises and thanks to the God, the Almighty for his showers of

blessings throughout the research work to complete this study successfully. The

researchers are grateful to the following individuals for their hep and guidance

throughout the study:

Mr. Llewellyn Prejoles, the research instructor, for his continuous reminders and

constant monitoring of the study progress, his efforts are greatly appreciated;

To Dr. Rogelio A. Murro, the research adviser, for his careful comments and

insights in assisting the researchers in effectively conducting and completing the study; it

is an honor and privilege to be under his leadership.

To Dr. Leonora T. Divinagracia, Associate Dean of the College of Education and

Chairperson of the Research Panel, the researchers are eternally grateful to for being an

inspiration and encouragement to them. Furthermore, her motivation encouraged the

researchers to do their absolute best.

To Professor Abraham B. Bayron Jr. and Dr. Hermie V. Inoferio, members of the

panel, who also serves as our research statistician, whom the researchers are grateful for

their suggestions and recommendations in improving and completing the research study;

To Miss Mary Joy L. Masibay for her invaluable assistance in increasing the final

manuscript's quality;

To Dr. Carina Romarate, school administrator, for having a great impact in

shaping the conditions for the researchers and faculties, and for giving full support and

provisions.

Finally, our thanks go to teachers, parents, guardians and all the people who have

supported us to complete the research work directly or indirectly.

 -The Researchers

DEDICATION

The researcher humbly dedicates to all the subanen community this study.

The researcher also dedicates this study to their families who have given the

researchers.

Their untiring support and assistance which have help make the study successful.

This study was dedicated to respondents who were with the researchers during the

long interviews the researchers were very honored to have these amazing people behind

this success. This study will not be realized without their efforts and support.

Also, this study conducted was dedicated for every educational institutions

particularly JRMSU KATIPUNAN CAMPUS to be provided with exact knowledge in

regards to media literacy among subanen people.

Moreover, this study conducted was sought to provide the local units of Katipunan a bag

of understanding towards media literacy among subanen people

The researchers would like to extend their dedication to their research adviser, and

classmates who shared their words of advice and encouragement to finish this study.

And finally, the researcher dedicates this study to our Almighty God, for his continuous

blessing to the researchers and for the knowledge and wisdom he has accustomed them.

-The Researchers
 Table of Contents

Page

TITLE i
APPROVAL SHEET ii
ABSTRACT iii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iv
DEDICATION v
TABLE OF CONTENTS vi
LIST OF TABLES viii
LIST OF FIGURES ix

Chapter I The Problem and its Scope

Introduction 1
Theoretical Framework 4
Conceptual Framework 5
Statement of the Problem 6
Hypotheses 7
Significance of the Study 7
Scope and Delimitation 8
Definition of Terms 8
Chapter II Review Related Literature
Related Literature and Studies
Synthesis of Literature and Studies
Chapter III Research Methodology
Research Design 15
Research Respondents 16
Research Environment 16
Research Instrument 16
 Statistical Treatment 17
Chapter IV Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data
Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data 18
Chapter V Summary, Findings, Conclusion and Recommendation
Summary 28
Findings 28
Conclusion 29
Recommendation 30
References 31
Appendices

A. Survey Questionnaire 33

CURRICULUM VITAE 37
 LIST OF TABLES

Tables

Page

1 Profile of the Respondents in Terms of Age 18

2 Profile of the Respondents in Terms of Sex 19
3 Profile of the Respondents in Terms of Civil Status 19
4 Digital Literacy of the Respondents in Terms of 20
Locating Digital Content

5 Digital Literacy of the Respondents in Terms of 21

Creating Digital Content
6 Digital Literacy of the Respondents in Terms of 22
Social Media
7 Digital Literacy of the Respondents in Terms of 23
Digital Devices
8 Digital Literacy of the Respondents in Terms of 24
Communicating Digital Content
9 Significant Difference among Respondent’s Digital Literacy 25
When Analyze according to Profile
 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure Page

1 Conceptual Paradigm of the Study 5