THE IMPACT OF GADGETS IN LEARNING

AMONG GRADE 11 STUDENTS

JOHANN CEASAR B. MENORCA

GIO ANGELO G. IDOS
RAFAEL JOHN M. MANANGAN
JERELYN A. PATACSIL

Urdaneta City National High School

Senior High School
Urdaneta City

November 2017
 THE IMPACT OF GADGETS IN LEARNING
AMONG GRADE 11 STUDENTS

A Research Paper Presented to the Faculty of Senior High School

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Strand
Urdaneta City National High School

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Subject

Research in Daily Life 2

Johann Ceasar B. Menorca

Gio Angelo G. Idos
Rafael John M. Manangan
Jerelyn A. Patacsil

November 2017
 APPROVAL SHEET

In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the subject Research in

Daily Life 2, this research paper entitled “THE IMPACT OF GADGETS IN
LEARNING AMONG GRADE 11 STUDENTS” prepared and submitted by
Johann Ceasar B. Menorca, Gio Angelo G. Idos, Rafael John M. Manangan,
and Jerelyn A. Patacsil, is hereby approved and accepted.

MADONNA J. PALAGANAS LEAH L. OLUA, Ph.D.

Critic Reader Teacher

PANEL OF EXAMINERS

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KAREN C. CALIM BRUCE MARVIN M. RUARO

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Approved and accepted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

subject Research in Daily Life 2.

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Subject Group Head, STEM
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The researchers would like to express their profound gratitude and

appreciation to the people who have extended their support, gave inspirations,

guidance and assistance for the completion of this study.

To their teacher, Dr. Leah L. Olua, for her guidance and technical

support and the golden opportunity to contribute to the society;

To the panel of examiners, Ma’am Kathy C. Benavente, Ma’am

Karen C. Calim, and Sir Bruce Marvin M. Ruaro, for their constructive

criticisms and suggestions that we need to further improve this research;

To their friends, for their kind gestures and moral support that played a

great role reminding the researchers to always have a positive mind;

To their families and relatives, for their financial support, love and

guidance that helped them in their desperate times; and

Above all, to the LORD ALMIGHTY, who’s there to always listen and

give support and love, and has given them strength to accomplish this project.

To all of them, this humble work is dedicated.

J.C.B.M.
G.A.G.I.
R.J.M.M.
J.A.P.
 ABSTRACT

Researchers: Johann Ceasar B. Menorca

Gio Angelo G. Idos

Rafael John M. Manangan

Jerelyn A. Patacsil

Institution: Urdaneta City National High School

Track: Academic Track

Strand: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Adviser: Leah L. Olua, Ph.D.

Title of Study: THE IMPACT OF GADGETS IN LEARNING AMONG

GRADE 11 STUDENTS

The main objective of this study was to determine the impact of

gadgets in learning among Grade 11-STEM students at Urdaneta City National

High School during the school year 2017-2018. It looked into the frequency of

use of the gadgets in learning which are cellphones, computers, and tablets

and the the impact of gadgets in learning as perceived by the students.

Further, it determined the significant relationship between the frequency of

use and the impact of gadgets.

The study was conducted at Urdaneta City National High School,

Urdaneta City which included 70 Grade 11 student respondents who are

enrolled in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

strand during the school year 2017-2018. This study made use of the

quantitative research design with the questionnaire as the main gathering tool.
 The data were tabulated into a contingency table and treated with the

proper statistical measures.

For problem number 1 and 2, the Average Weighted Mean method

was used; a four-point scale and five-point scale Likert scale was used in the

analysis. The problem number 3 and the null hypothesis were tested for its

significance using the Pearson Product Correlation method.

Relative to the analyses and interpretation of data, it was deducted that

cellphones are always used by the students, computers are sometimes used

by the students and tablets are seldom used by the students in learning. This

study also deducted that the use of gadgets has a moderately positive impact

in learning but it also has a slightly negative impact. It was also deducted that

there was no significant correlation between the frequency of use and the

impact of gadgets.
 Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

This chapter serves as an introductory chapter. It contains the

Background of the Study, Statement of the Problem, Scope and Delimitation,

Significance of the Study and Definition of Terms.

Background of the Study

In today’s generation, technology has affected and changed the way

people live. Technology has made people’s lives more proficient and at

ease. There is hardly anyone who has not been changed by the advances in

technology and computers of today’s society. In today’s civilization,

transportation, communication, and education have been greatly developed

from new technological advancements. Many people have lesser stress in

their lives because there are new useful hi-tech inventions created each day

to help them do things quicker and easier. Some of these helpful

technologies are cell phones, computers, and the Internet.

Technology also has negative effects in the lives of the user, and in

his/her or her immediate friends and family members. It affects the

individuals’ personal health, family, social, financial, and academic life. Over

using gadgets negatively affects the mind of an individual. The individual

loses focus as he/she only concentrates on using gadgets or technology.

He/she tends to forget other aspect of life that is important, concentration

reduces and the individual cannot focus on other issues for long enough.

The use of technology in schools has opened up a new path of

effective learning. Technology plays a great role in developing everyone’s

future and professional career. Technology is becoming a major part of the

world today. It has developed and become more central to learning.

The researchers want to know the impact of gadgets in students’

learning. It is along this rationale that this study will be conducted.

Statement of the Problem

This study determined the impact of gadgets in learning to Senior High

School students during the 1st semester, S.Y. 2017-2018.

Specifically, it answered the following sub-problems:

1. What is the students’ frequency of use on the following gadgets in

learning?

a. cellphones;

b. computers; and

c. tablets.

2. What is the impact of the use of gadgets in learning as perceived by

the students?
 3. Is there a significant relationship between the frequency of use and

impact of gadgets?

Hypothesis

1. There is no significant relationship between the frequency of use of

gadgets and the impact of gadgets.

Scope and Delimitation

This study mainly focused on the impact of gadgets in learning among

students in Grade 11 Science, Technology and Engineering, Mathematics

(STEM) of Urdaneta City National High School, S.Y. 2017-2018. It was

delimited to the two sections of the STEM classes namely Descartes and

Tesla.

Significance of the Study

This study determined the impact of gadgets in students’ learning in

Urdaneta City National High School. This was significant to the following:

Students. They will know the benefits of using gadgets in learning and

help them study effectively.

 Teachers. This will give awareness to teachers to allow students to use

gadgets more freely and also to guide them in using the gadgets.

School Administrator. This study may be included in school policy. Re:

The use of technology in the classroom.

Future Researchers. This study may help future researchers on their

own research. They may widen the scope of their own study or improve this

research study.

Definition of Terms

To make the study easier to understand, the following terms are

defined operationally and/ or lexically:

Gadget. This refers to an often small mechanical or electronic device

with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty. In this study, gadgets

refer to cellphones, tablets and laptops which are used by the respondents in

learning.

Impact. This refers to the effect of gadgets on the respondents in their

learning.

Frequency of use. This refers to the number of times or how often the

gadgets are used by the respondents in learning.

 Chapter 2

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

This chapter contains the literature and studies related to the impact of

gadgets in learning.

Related Literature

Gadgets

A gadget is a small tool or device with a specific useful purpose and

function. Gadgets tend to be more unusual or cleverly designed than normal

technology. In today’s life, tasks are maximized with the use of modern

gadgets. It is easier to accomplish daily tasks and people are also able to do

work with efficiency. One cannot even dare to imagine life without smart

phones, cell phones, laptops, tablets, iPods and so on (Tech Crates, 2012).

Today’s gadgets are one of the ways to make life more comfortable and

easier. Shy (2010) says that no one can deny the fact that gadgets have not

only simplified the lives of people but also made them more comfortable and

luxurious. Indeed, these gadgets really made a huge impact in people’s lives

and became part of it.

Gadgets used in Learning

According to Gammuac (2013), today’s classrooms are equipped

with the latest technology to enhance instruction. Smartphone use in the

classroom is still somewhat controversial, but the Calgary Board of Education

actually encourages it as a learning tool. In an interview with CTV, Queen’s

University National Scholar and Associate Professor Sidneyeve Matrix

compared the situation to when calculators were first used by students in the

classroom. “We had a whole new level of computational skill, and now we’

re going to have a whole new level of mobile digital skills when we turn to

mobile learning on the handhelds.”

Technology users are moving towards being more mobile, and

teachers and students are a significant part of that trend. On 2013, Lenovo,

the world’s top PC vendor reported that they sold more smartphones and

tablets than PCs for the first time ever. Calgary-based SMART

Technologies’ SMART Boards are popular with both teachers and students.

Teachers can project presentations onto the SMART Boards and they can

write, touch and interact with their content. Document cameras are also a fun

way for teachers to show students new and interesting ways of looking at

objects. Whether they are zooming in on the smaller details of a 3D object, or

observing science experiments, students can share an equal view of the

lesson – without crowding the teacher’s desk. Whether a student is

listening to his own music while studying, or a teacher is playing an audio

book to her students, mp3 players are an increasingly common sight in

schools. Both teachers and students can make full use of mp3 players in their

school activities (Gammuac, 2013).

Related Studies

New media technologies and a number of important studies were

conducted in the 2000’s on the impact of children’s intellectual

development, and various aspects of using such technologies. Many

researches were conducted aimed to organize understanding the change

that took place by using these technologies, and to explore the conversion in

children’s behavior and focused to discover-what extent children feel

aggression, and how they react by using these modern technologies e.g.

video games, mobile phones with various applications embedded using via

Internet with Wi-Fi connections video games consoles and internet.

Providing computers to schools increases the technology skills of

teachers and students in both the developed and the developing world.

Laptop programs increase students' engagement with academic work and

school, improve technology skills, and have positive effects on students'

writing. Research in many nations suggests that laptop programs will be most

successful as part of comprehensive initiatives that also address changes in

education goals, curricula, teacher training, and assessment (Zucker & Light

2009).

An analysis of effective technology use for at-risk students found that

simply replacing teachers with computer-based instruction typically yields no

learning benefits. Rather, blending leads to higher engagement and learning

gains (Darling-Hammond et al., 2014).

Gross (2009) described in his article that people are very frequent in

use of media and modern technologies in communication at home or at work

and feel hard to survive in the absence of modern means of communications.

With the advent rapid new technologies; digital societies are shaping all

across and people are relying mainly on these resources from information,

education, and entertainment to social interaction.

The same are shaping social attitude in dealing with each other. The

reformed digital cultures and multi resources of communications have severe

effects on human beings especially on children; who have the immediate

capacity of learning. Technologies usability among youngsters and

adolescent such as TV, Internet, mobile phones are common particularly in

developed countries (Gross, 2009).

Technology enhanced learning (TEL) aims to design, develop and test

socio-technical innovations that will support and enhance learning practices

of both individuals and organizations. It is therefore an application domain

that generally covers technologies that support all forms of teaching and

learning activities. Since information retrieval (in terms of searching for

relevant learning resources to support teachers or learners) is a pivotal activity

in TEL, the deployment of recommender systems has attracted increased

interest. This chapter attempts to provide an introduction to recommender

systems for TEL settings, as well as to highlight their particularities compared

to recommender systems for other application domains (Koper et al., 2010).

One study that was conducted to determine whether Wiki technology

would improve students’ writing skills in a college English as a foreign

language writing class showed benefits to using Wiki technology. Students

were invited to join a Wiki page where they would write and 5 post passages

and then read and respond to the passages of their fellow classmates.

Students participating in the study reported that their receiving immediate

feedback from the instructor was a benefit of using this form of technology.

Students in the study also reported learning vocabulary, spelling, and

sentence structure by reading the work of their classmates (Lin & Yang, 2011).

Another study found that integrating technology and peer-led

discussions of literature can produce increased student engagement and

motivation. Technology used in these small group discussions of literature

includes wikis, online literature circles, and online book clubs. With these

technologies, students were able to connect with readers from other schools,

states, and even other countries. This type of technology is an assessable

and motivational way to expose students to other ideas and cultures. These

online literature discussions have the ability to create a sense of community

and foster positive social interaction (Coffey, 2012).

The use of technology in education has significantly aided students in

performing their school-related tasks. Clegg and Bailey (2008) assert that
with the utilization of mobile devices such as laptops and tablet computers,

the learning process for the students become more fun and conducive due to

the user-interactivity and appealing visuals present in these learning tools.

Additionally, a vast collection of learning games and applications exist for

these mobile devices, and as a matter of fact, there are about 96,000

educational applications available (App Store Metrics, 2013). The data

collected by Apps in Education (2012) confirmed that the subject areas

covered by these applications include Mathematics, Sciences, Grammar and

Spelling and Arts and Humanities (Clegg & Bailey, 2008).

In the Philippines, President Benigno Aquino announced during the

launch of the country’s K-12 curriculum that the government eyes the use of

tablet computers in public schools in lieu of traditional textbooks (Enterprise

Innovation, 2012). Furthermore, there exist various programs by the

government, non-government organizations and private corporations in the

Philippines that aim to provide one laptop computer per child. With the

presence of laptops in the classrooms, students become more engaged and

involved in school-related activities (Oquias, 2011).

Theoretical Framework

This study is anchored on the Distributed Cognition Theory. In

Distributed Cognition Theory, the student is afforded more power. In other

words it is a student-centered approach to learning where the learners

participate in a systematically designed learning environment that supports

interaction amongst its participants (Bell & Winn, 2000). This theory promotes

learning in a community of learners or a system where interaction takes place.

It is through this interaction where cognition occurs. Distributed Cognition

requires sharing of cognitive activity among the parts and participants of this

system, which can be other people or tools such as devices, technologies or

media. These participants distribute their cognition among other learners and

physical or digital tools by externally representing their knowledge. At times,

by using these tools, a little bit of the information might stick with the user, this

is known as cognitive residue. It is through interaction with other members

and tools that progresses learning. Therefore communication among all

participants is paramount in importance (Bell & Winn, 2000).

The role of technology within this theory is an invaluable part of the

system in which the learners are interacting. This interaction can either help to

distribute their knowledge, off-load certain amounts of cognitive work

making the cognitive load less and or help to scaffold new capabilities (Bell &

Winn, 2000). For example, using camera to take a photo allows more time to

learn instead of writing it on a notebook. Also, in this theory, technology

(gadgets) can be used to help extend human capabilities. For example,

calculator can be used to solve math problem quickly instead of solving it

manually. These gadgets help students to make their learning more efficient.

Another example of this is taken from a case study that was conducted using

robotics to produce solving problem skills. In this case study, students were
placed into small collaborative groups and were asked to construct a robot,

using Lego Mindstorm for schools kits, which would perform various tasks.

The groups were introduced to a tool known as a flowchart. They used these

flowcharts to map the programming instructions they would give the robot to

complete the given task. This allowed them to off-load some of the cognitive

work to the flowchart and then through its use, they were able to solve harder

problems (Chambers et al., 2007).

This learning theory supports the very skills needed by the 21st century.

Learners who are placed into a learning environment based on this theory

would be using their “knowledge and skills—by thinking critically, applying

knowledge to new situations, analyzing information, comprehending new

ideas, communicating, collaborating, solving problems, making decisions”

(Honey et al., 2003).

Conceptual Framework

The researchers used Independent Variable- Dependent Variable

paradigm format, wherein the frequency of use of gadgets is the independent

variable because it will affect the corresponding dependent variable which is

the impact of gadgets.

Research Paradigm
 Independent Variable Dependent Variable

Frequency of Use of Gadgets Impact of Gadgets in Learning

Chapter 3

METHODOLOGY

This chapter presents the research methodology which includes the

research design used in conducting the study. It also includes the sources of

data, locale of the study, population/sampling, and the instrumentation and

data collection.

Research Design

This study used the quantitative research design. Quantitative research

design was used to collect and gather information about the impact of

gadgets in learning. Quantitative research design was used to describe and to

test relationships between objects. It was also presented in numerical form,

and analyzed through the use of statistics. It focused on gathering numerical

data and generalizing it across groups of people or to explain a particular

phenomenon. This research design was used by giving questionnaires to the

respondents of this study.

Sources of Data

The data were gathered from eighty-nine (89) students of the Science,

Technology & Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) strand of the Urdaneta City

National High School.

Locale of the Study

The locale of the study was in the Senior High School of Urdaneta City

National High School (UCNHS).

Population/ Sampling

The study was conducted on the total population of Science,

Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students who were

enrolled in the S.Y. 2017-2018 which is equivalent to eighty-nine (89).

Table 1: Distribution of Respondents

Sections of STEM Number of Students Actual Number of

Strand Respondents
 Descartes 45 45

Tesla 44 44

Total 89 89

Instrumentation and Data Collection

The instrument used in gathering the data was a questionnaire. The

questionnaire was prepared by the researchers. Quantitative research

questionnaire was used to gather the data and information about the impact

of gadgets in learning.

Statistical Tool

Different statistical tools were used to determine the impact of

gadgets in learning. The frequency of use of gadgets and the impact of

gadgets in learning were determined using the Average Weighted Mean

method (AWM). In interpreting the computed AWM point obtained, the

formula is as follows,

AWM = FX / N

where AWM = Average Weighted Mean

 F = Frequency

X = Weighted Value

N = total number of respondents’

For the Frequency of Use of Gadgets, this was the scale:

Scale Average Weighted Mean Descriptive Interpretation

5 4.21- 5.00 Always

4 3.41- 4.20 Very Often

3 2.61- 3.40 Sometimes

2 1.81- 2.60 Seldom

1 1.00- 1.80 Never

For the Impact of Gadgets in Students’ Learning, this was the scale:

Scale Average Weighted Mean Descriptive Interpretation

4 3.26- 4.00 High Impact

3 2.51- 3.25 Moderate Impact

2 1.76- 2.50 Slight Impact

1 1.00- 1.75 Low Impact

 For the relationship between the frequency of use and impact of

gadgets in learning, Pearson Correlation Coefficient was used. The computed

value was interpreted using the scale below.

Value Descriptive Value

Interpretation

-0.80 to -1.00 Strong Correlation 0.80 to 1.00

-0.50 to -0.79 Moderate Correlation 0.50 to 0.79

-0.20 to -0.49 Weak Correlation 0.20 to 0.49

0 to -0.19 No Correlation 0 to 0.19

Chapter 4

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

 This chapter describes the analysis of data followed by the discussion

of the research findings. The finding can relate to the research questions that

guided the study.

Table 2: Frequency of Use of Gadgets in Students’ Learning

Gadget Average Weighted Mean Descriptive Interpretation

Cellphone 4.56 Always

Computer 3.18 Sometimes

Tablet 2.18 Seldom

The results of the survey conducted showed that Cellphones were

always used by the students in learning with an Average Weighted Mean of 4.

56. Computers were sometimes used by students with an Average Weighted

Mean of 3.18 and Tablets were seldom used by students with an Average

Weighted Mean of 2.18.

Table 3 and 4 presented the tabulation of the impact of use of gadgets

in learning among Grade 11-STEM students with the corresponding weighted

mean (WM) and the descriptive interpretation (DI) of each indicators

including the average weighted mean (AWM) of each area.

Table 3: Positive Impact of Gadgets in Students’ Learning

 Indicators WM DI

1. I am able to stimulate my senses and imagination better. 3.01 MI

2. I am encouraged to develop my analytical skills. 2.99 MI

3. I am more creative. 2.88 MI

4. I am more knowledgeable in using computers. 3.00 MI

5. I am able to relieve stress and use it for entertainment

3.09 MI
purposes.

6. My hand – eye coordination improved. 2.62 MI

7. My mathematical skills improved. 2.30 SI

8. I am having more fun learning. 3.20 MI

9. I can research topics easier. 3.51 HI

10. I can search for information anywhere. 3.57 HI

AWM 3.02 MI

The positive indicators arranged in order according to their weighted

mean and descriptive interpretation are as follows: “I can search for

information anywhere” (WM = 3.57, DI = HI), “I can research topics easier”

(WM = 3.51, DI = HI), “I am having more fun learning” (WM = 3.20, DI =

MI), “I am able to relieve stress and use it for entertainment purposes” (WM

= 3.09, DI = MI), “I am able to stimulate my senses and imagination better”

(WM = 3.01, DI = MI), “I am more knowledgeable in using computers” (WM

= 3.00, DI = MI), “I am encouraged to develop my analytical skills” (WM = 2.

99, DI = MI), “I am more creative” (WM = 2.88, DI = MI), “My hand – eye
coordination improved” (WM = 2.62, DI = MI), and “My mathematical skills

improved” (WM = 2.30, DI = SI).

This indicates that the use of gadgets extends the ability of students to

search information, develop and entertain their selves with its features like the

internet, student-friendly websites and educational applications.

Table 4: Negative Impact of Gadgets in Students’ Learning

Indicators WM DI

1. I am more likely to procrastinate. 2.63 MI

2. I am spending less time outdoors. 2.74 MI

3. I am more short-tempered towards my classmates and

2.01 SI
teachers.

4. I am having difficulty concentrating on my studies. 2.35 SI

5. I am having problems socializing with my friends and

1.94 SI
classmates.

6. I am more reliant to plagiarism. 1.73 LI

7. My hand writing became worse. 1.78 SI

8. I am too lazy to go to school. 1.66 LI

9. I am having trouble falling asleep. 2.26 SI

10. I sleep less than usual. 2.57 MI

AWM 2.17 SI

The negative indicators arranged in order according to their weighted

mean and descriptive interpretation are as follows: “I am spending less time

outdoors” (WM = 2.74, DI = MI), “I am more likely to procrastinate” (WM =

2.63, DI = MI), “I sleep less than usual” (WM = 2.57, DI = MI), “I am having

difficulty concentrating on my studies” (WM = 2.35, DI = 2.35), “I am

having trouble falling asleep” (WM = 2.26, DI = SI), “I am more

short-tempered towards my classmates and teachers” (WM = 2.01, DI = SI),

“I am having problems socializing with my friends and classmates” (WM =

1.94, DI = SI), “My hand writing became worse” (WM = 1.78, DI = SI), “I

am more reliant to plagiarism” (WM = 1.73, DI = LI), and “I am too lazy to

go to school” (WM = 1.66, DI = LI).

This indicates that the students often get distracted by gadgets instead

of doing such things much important and more beneficial to them and on

their studies.

Table 5: Impact of Gadgets in Students’ Learning

Impact Average Weighted Mean Descriptive Interpretation

Positive 3.02 Moderate Impact

Negative 2.17 Slight Impact

Based on the survey conducted by the researchers, the results showed

that the use of gadgets in learning has a Moderately Positive Impact in the

students’ learning with an Average Weighted Mean of 3.02. It also shows

that the use of gadgets in learning has a Slightly Negative Impact with an

Average Weighted Mean of 2.17.

Table 6: Relationship between Frequency of Use and Impact of Gadgets

positive negative

frequency Pearson Correlation .139 .162

Sig. (2-tailed) .194 .130

N 89 89

The result of the Pearson Correlation showed that there was no

correlation on both positive impact with 0.139 and negative impact with 0.162

between the frequency of use and the impact of gadgets in learning.

Graph 1: Pearson Correlation between Frequency of Use and Positive Impact

Graph 2: Pearson Correlation between Frequency of Use and Negative
Impact

This

indicates that the frequency of use does not affect the impact of gadgets in

students’ learning.

Chapter 5

SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS

This chapter presents the summary of findings, conclusions, and

recommendations based from the findings undertaken by the researchers

from the study entitled “The Impact of Gadgets in Leaning among Grade 11

Students”.
Summary

The main purpose of the study was to determine the impact of gadgets

in learning among Grade 11-STEM students at Urdaneta City National High

School during the school year 2017-2018. It sought answers to the following

problems: 1. the frequency of use of the following gadgets in learning:

cellphone, computer, and tablet; 2. the impact of gadgets in learning as

perceived by the students; 3. the significant relationship between the

frequency of use and the impact of gadgets.

The study was conducted at Urdaneta City National High School,

Urdaneta City which included 70 Grade 11 student respondents who are

enrolled in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

strand during the school year 2017-2018. This study made use of the

quantitative research design with the questionnaire as the main gathering tool.

The data were tabulated into a contingency table and treated with the

proper statistical measures.

For problem number 1 and 2, the Average Weighted Mean method

was used; a four-point scale and five-point scale Likert scale was used in the

analysis. The problem number 3 and the null hypothesis were tested for its

significance using the Pearson Product Correlation method.

Conclusions
 Relative to the analyses and interpretation of data, the following

conclusions were drawn:

1. Cellphones were always used by the students, computers were

sometimes used by the students and tablets were seldom used by the

students in learning.

2. The use of gadgets has a moderately positive impact in learning

because of its features that extend the ability of the students to do

more things but it also has a slightly negative impact because students

are most likely to be distracted by it.

3. There was no significant correlation between the frequency of use and

the impact of gadgets which means the frequency of the use of

gadgets does not affect its impact but instead, it was based on how

we use it.

Recommendations

With all of the foregoing analysis, interpretation, and conclusions of this

study, the following are strongly recommended for possible course of action.

1. Future researchers can conduct a similar study and improve some

flaws.
2. Another research should be conducted as follow-up study to

investigate further the impact of gadgets in learning.

3. Future researchers can use this study for references.

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APPENDIX A
Letter to the Principal
___________________
DR. ALEXANDER A. PATACSIL
Principal IV
Urdaneta City National High School
Urdaneta City

THRU: LARINA G. TABORDA

OIC-Asst. Principal for Academics
Sir:
We, the Grade 12-STEM students, are currently enrolled in the subject
Research in Daily Life 2. We are presently working on a research entitled,
“The Impact of Gadgets in Learning among Grade 11 Students”

Anent to this, we would like to ask permission to give questionnaires among

selected Grade 11 STEM students. The results of this study will serve as frame
of reference on the impact of gadgets in learning.

Your most favorable approval is highly anticipated. Thank you.

Very truly yours,

Johann Ceasar B. Menorca
Gio Angelo G. Idos
Rafael John M. Manangan
Jerelyn A. Patacsil
Noted:

LEAH L. LIWANAG-OLUA, Ph. D.

Research Teacher

Recommending Approval:

LARINA G. TABORDA
OIC-Asst. Principal for Academics

Approved:

ALEXANDER A. PATACSIL, D.A., Ph. D.

Principal IV
 APPENDIX B
Letter to the Subject Group Head
____________________
(date)
LEAH L. OLUA Ph.D.
Subject Group Head, STEM
Urdaneta City National High School
Urdaneta City

Madam:

We, the Grade 12-STEM students, are currently enrolled in the subject
Research in Daily Life 2. We are presently working on a research entitled,
“The Impact of Gadgets in Learning among Grade 11 Students.”

Anent to this, we would like to ask permission to give questionnaires among

selected Grade 11 STEM students. The results of this study will serve as frame
of reference on the impact of gadgets in learning.

Your most favorable approval is highly anticipated. Thank you.

Very truly yours,

Johann Ceasar B. Menorca
Gio Angelo G. Idos
Rafael John M. Manangan
Jerelyn A. Patacsil

Noted:

LEAH L. LIWANAG-OLUA, Ph. D.

Teacher

Approved:

ALEXANDER A. PATACSIL, D.A., Ph. D.

Principal IV
 APPENDIX C
Questionnaire

I. Respondent’s Profile

Name: ________________________

Section: Descartes Tesla

Age:

Sex: Male Female

Put a check (✓) on the appropriate box that corresponds to your answer.

II. Usage of Gadget.

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per day?
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III. Impact of gadget in student’s learning

2. What is the impact of using these gadgets in your learning?

4 – High Impact 3 – Moderate Impact 2 – Slight Impact 1 – Low
Impact
 When I use my gadget….. 4 3 2 1

1. I am able to stimulate my senses and

imagination better.

2. I am encouraged to develop my analytical

skills.

3. I am more creative.

4. I am more knowledgeable in using

computers.

5. I am able to relieve stress and use it for

entertainment purposes.

6. My hand – eye coordination improved.

7. My mathematical skills improved.

8. I am having more fun learning.

9. I can research topics easier.

10. I can search for information anywhere.

When I use my gadget ….. 4 3 2 1

1. I am more likely to procrastinate.

2. I am spending less time outdoors.

3. I am more short-tempered towards my

classmates and teachers.

4. I am having difficulty concentrating on my

studies.
5. I am having problems socializing with my
friends and classmates.

6. I am more reliant to plagiarism.

7. My hand writing became worse.

8. I am too lazy to go to school.

9. I am having trouble falling asleep.

10. I sleep less than usual.

 CURRICULUM VITAE

A. PERSONAL DATA

Name : Johann Ceasar B. Menorca

Home Address : Camanang Riverside, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan

Email Address : [email protected]

Date of Birth : September 7, 1999

Place of Birth : Urdaneta City Pangasinan

Nationality : Filipino

Religion : Born Again Christian

Father’s Name : Ceasar V. Menorca

Mother’s Name : Maria Naida B. Menorca

B. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Elementary : Holy Gem and Scepter Academy

Urdaneta City

Junior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

Urdaneta City

Senior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

Urdaneta City

Strand : Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics
 CURRICULUM VITAE

A. PERSONAL DATA

Name : Gio Angelo G. Idos

Home Address : Anonas Cattle Market Urdaneta City, Pangasinan

Email Address : [email protected]

Date of Birth : November 15, 1999

Place of Birth : Urdaneta City, Pangasinan

Nationality : Filipino

Religion : Roman Catholic

Father’s Name : Rufino I. Idos Sr.

Mother’s Name : Laira G. Idos

B. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Elementary : Anonas Elementary School

Urdaneta City

Junior High School : Anonas National High School

Urdaneta City

Senior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

Urdaneta City
 Strand : Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics

CURRICULUM VITAE

A. PERSONAL DATA

Name : Rafael John M. Manangan

Home Address : #3 Manzano St. Urdaneta City, Pangasinan.

Email Address : [email protected]

Date of Birth : July 30, 1999

Place of Birth : Urdaneta City, Pangasinan

Nationality : Filipino

Religion : Roman Catholic

Father’s Name : Archimedes A. Manangan

Mother’s Name : Maria Leah M. Manangan

B. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Elementary : Urdaneta I Central School

Urdaneta City

Junior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

Urdaneta City

Senior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

 Urdaneta City

Strand : Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics

CURRICULUM VITAE

A. PERSONAL DATA

Name : Jerelyn A. Patacsil

Home Address : Blk 1, Lot 3, Teachers’ Ville, Mabanogbog,

Urdaneta City

Email Address : [email protected]

Date of Birth : December 7, 1999

Place of Birth : San Carlos Hospital

Nationality : Filipino

Religion : Iglesia ni Cristo

Father’s Name : Jerry J. Patacsil

Mother’s Name : Jovelyn A. Patacsil

B. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Elementary : Urdaneta I Central School

Urdaneta City

Junior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

 Urdaneta City

Senior High School : Urdaneta City National High School

Urdaneta City

Strand : Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics