INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS)
ISSN No. 2454-6186 | DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS | Volume IX Issue XI November 2025
quality of teaching. This focus on professional growth and development directly impacts teachers' performance,
enabling them to integrate educational technology effectively. Consequently, integrating ICT and technological
skills enhances teachers' performance, thereby contributing to the overall quality of education.
When the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, also known as Republic Act No. 10533, was enacted, one of
its stipulations was Section 7, which pertains to Teacher Education and training. Due to the enhancement of the
country's basic education program, there has consequently been a surge in demand for quality teachers, which
must be met. These ensure that teachers are retrained to stay updated and aligned with the standards of the new
curriculum. A school requires good teachers, so there is a need for ongoing updates and improvements in teacher
capacity and capabilities.
Another DepEd circulation is the DO 78, S. 2010 – DepEd Computerization Program (DCP), which aims to
transform education by making it accessible to all citizens. It focuses on providing public schools with the
necessary technologies to enhance the teaching and learning process, addressing the computer deficiency in
schools. The program supplies hardware and software components and basic troubleshooting training. The
objectives of the DepEd Computerization Program include providing computer laboratory packages to public
schools, establishing e-classrooms in elementary schools, distributing laptop units to mobile teachers, integrating
ICT into the school system, improving the ICT literacy of learners, students, teachers, and school heads, and
reducing the computer backlog in public schools.
Teachers' computer literacy has become an essential skill. The ability to effectively utilize technology in the
classroom is no longer a luxury but a necessity for educators to engage students, deliver dynamic lessons, and
prepare them for a future driven by technology. Moreover, Konan (2010), in his study on teachers’ computer
literacy, revealed significant differences based on gender, teaching experience, and education level. The study
found that male teachers, those with more experience, and those with higher education levels exhibited greater
computer literacy. Konan recommended implementing a standardized computer literacy program like the
European Computer Driving License (ECDL), encouraging teachers to obtain certifications, and tailoring
training programs to address specific needs. This research underscores the ongoing need for professional
development to equip teachers with the technology skills necessary for effective teaching and learning in a digital
age. In addition, his 2018 study revealed that men are better at using computers than women. Moreover, Salvan's
(2020) study on the effect of the demographic profile of K-12 teachers on the learners' academic performance
found no significant relationship between the performance of the learners and the teachers’ demographic profile.
A Correos (2014) study found that teachers were aware and competent in general computer knowledge, file
management, and word processing operations. They were skilled in performing individual computer tasks.
Teachers were also moderately competent in communication, web, and presentation skills such as PowerPoint.
However, while teachers were aware of the importance of system maintenance and security, they needed to be
more competent in handling specific computer maintenance and security operations.
(Ghavifekr, S. et al. 2016) The key issues and challenges that were significant in teachers' use of ICT tools were
limited accessibility and network connection, limited technical support, lack of practical training, A study by
Onur et al. (2020) found a connection between students' 21st-century learning skills and educational technology
competencies. Students who are good at using technology for learning tend to also be strong in 21st-century
learning skills. The study also suggested that teachers should be educated to contribute to students' development
of 21st-century skills and use the necessary technological elements effectively in their lessons. Moreover, the
Alsong et al. (2019) study examined teacher practices in facilitating learning in Technology and Livelihood
Education (TLE/EPP), and student performance was more substantial in practical work than in written
assessments (written work and examinations). Although teachers' practices were balanced, student learning
outcomes varied significantly. Furthermore, the study demonstrated a significant correlation between teacher
skill application and student performance. This research provides valuable context for understanding the factors
influencing learner achievement in EPP-ICT.
Learners in elementary demonstrated very satisfactory academic performance in TLE-ICT. According to
Sugalan (2022), a study on the academic performance and competencies of Grade VI pupils in Technology and
Livelihood Education (TLE) during the "new normal" found no significant relationship between academic
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