Usefulness of Edublog as e-Learning Tool to Enhance Teaching and Learning Process in Secondary Social Studies of Zone II Division of Zambales
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Background/Objectives: This study was focused on appraised usefulness of Edublog as e-learning material/tool to enhance the teaching and learning of Secondary Social Studies in Zone II Districts of Zambales, Philippines. The aspects and features of usefulness of the educational tool focused on Content, Format, Presentation and Organization and Usability. The study was conducted during the 3rd quarter of the school year 2021-2022.
Methods/Statistical analysis: The study utilized a descriptive quantitative research design; survey questionnaire as research instrument; and descriptive and inferential statistics for analysis of data. The grades of the students in Social Studies Grade 7 in 2nd Quarter and 3rd Quarter school year 2021-2022 were secured as data for determination of the effectiveness of the Edublog.
Findings: Results revealed that the academic performance of the students improved after the utilization of Edublog in Social Studies from Approaching Proficient to Proficient. The finding of the teachers’ appraisal on the usefulness of the Edublog was Very Useful in terms of Content, Format and Presentation and Organization. The Edublog was useful in terms of its Usability. The ANOVA computation revealed a no significant difference on the appraised usefulness of Edublog in Social Studies lesson.
Improvements/Applications: The researchers recommended to Social Studies teachers and Department Heads to include in their Learning Action Cell (LAC) session the development of more enhanced and improved features of the Edublog in Social Studies. School Heads/Principals and Education Specialist/Curriculum Planners of the Division of Zambales may conduct Training-Workshop on capacity building among teachers aimed to develop innovative educational toll and pedagogical approaches.
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