The Impact of Technological Skills on Students' Academic Performance: Foundations for Pedagogical Innovation
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18627046Keywords:
Academic Performance, Creating Presentation, Internet Navigation, Technological Skills, Video Editing, Word ProcessingAbstract
This study investigated the impact of students’ technological skills on their academic performance to establish foundations for pedagogical innovation in technology-enhanced learning. It specifically assessed students’ proficiency in video editing, creating presentations, word processing, and internet navigation; identified challenges encountered in using these technologies; and examined differences in proficiency based on sex, age, and socioeconomic status. Utilizing a descriptive-quantitative research design, data were gathered from 113 junior high school students of Buenavista Integrated School, Zamboanga City Division through a researcher-made questionnaire. Results revealed that students were moderately proficient in most technological areas, with the highest proficiency observed in creating presentations and the lowest in word processing. Among the variables, age showed a significant influence on technological proficiency, whereas sex and socioeconomic status had no significant differences. Correlational analysis indicated a positive and significant relationship between technological skills and academic performance, underscoring that higher digital competence contributes to better learning outcomes. The study highlights the need for structured digital literacy programs and targeted interventions that enhance technological proficiency and promote equitable access to digital tools. It recommends the integration of continuous training for both teachers and students to bridge digital gaps and strengthen technology-based learning strategies. Future studies should explore longitudinal impacts of technological skills on academic performance across varied educational levels.
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