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CHAPTER 4
PRESENTATION, INTERPRETATION, AND ANALYSIS OF DATA
This chapter presented the analysis and interpretation of the data that had been
gathered through questionnaires distributed to the grade 11- CSS students of
Matacon National High School. This study aims to aid to improve the knowledge
of grade 11- CSS students of Matacon National High School on basic computer
concepts.
Specifically, it sought to answer the following questions:
1. What are the profile of the respondents in terms of:
1.1 Age
1.2 Gender, and;
1.3 Civil Status
2. What are the factors that affect the levels of knowledge of the students on basic
computer concepts?
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3. Based on the findings, what recommendation can be proposed to improve the
knowledge of Grade 11-CSS students of Matacon National High School on Basic
Computer Concept?
The Profile of the Learners
The profile of the respondents was presented in this section who took part in the
collection of the data needed to fulfill the objective of the paper which was crucial
in the findings of the problem in the study.
The topics covered in this study were structured in accordance with the problem
statement. The level breakthrough, variable relationship, and the significant
influences of the study’s independent variable.
TABLE A
Profile of the Learners by Age
AGE FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
16 14 46.7
17 13 43.3
18 2 6.7
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19 above 1 3.3
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
This implies that the majority of the respondents in terms of age are mostly
16 years old with 46.7 percentage. However, the rest were 17 years old with 43.3
percentage, 18 years old with 6.7 percentage and 19 above with 3.3percentage. This
suggest that most of the respondents who took the investigation were 16 years old,
and in general they have the willingness to improve their knowledge on basic
computer concepts.
AGE
18 yrs old19 yrs old above
16 yrs old
17 yrs old
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TABLE B
Profile of the Learners by Gender
GENDER FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
Female 19 63.3
Male 11 36.7
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
The graph demonstrated that the majority of those who participated in the
investigation were female with 63.3 percentage, and the rest were male with 36.7
percentage.
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GENDER
Male
Female
TABLE C
Profile of the Learners by Civil Status
CIVIL STATUS FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
SINGLE 30 100
MARRIED 0 0
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
The graph shows that the majority of the respondents who took the investigation in
terms of their civil status is single with 100 percent.
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CIVIL STATUS
SINGLE
TABLE D
SECTION 1: CURRENT KNOWLEDGE LEVELS
Self- Assessment of Knowledge
How would you rate FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
your overall knowledge
of basic computer
concepts?
(5) Excellent 4 13.3
(4)Very Good 12 40
(3)Good 8 26.7
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(2)Fair 3 10
(1)Very Poor 3 10
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
The findings reveal that among respondents 4 (13.3%) of them have the
excellent knowledge of basic computer concepts, 12 (40%) with very good 8
(26.7%) good , 3 (10%) fair and 3 (10%) has very poor knowledge about basic
computer concepts, This implies that the most of the data gathered has the very
good knowledge of basic computer concepts.
TABLE E
Challenging Concepts
Which of the following FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
computer concepts do
you find the most
challenging?
Hardware components 6 20
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Software applications 8 26.7
Operating systems 8 26.7
Internet safety and 3 10
security
File Manager 5 16
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents, 6 (20%) of them find the most challenging in terms of
hardware components, 8 (26.7%) on software applications , 8 (26.7%) on operating
systems , 3 (10%) on internet safety and security , and 5 (16%) of them find the
most challenging in terms of file manager on basic computer concepts.
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TABLE F
SECTION 2: IMPACT ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Correlation with Performance
How confident are you FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
in your understanding of
basic computer
concepts?
(5) Very Confident 7 23.3
(4) Fairly Confident 12 40
(3) Somewhat Confident 7 23.3
(2) Slightly Confident 4 13.3
(1) Not Confident 0 0
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents, 7 (23.3%) of them are very confident in their
understanding on basic computer concepts, 12 (40%) are fairly confident , 7
(23.3%) are somewhat confident,4 (13.3%) are slightly confident and none of them
are no confident in their understanding about basic computer concepts.
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Academic Challenges
Have you faced any FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
difficulties in your
computer-related
subjects due to a lack of
foundational
knowledge?
NO 27 90
YES 3 10
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
The majority of the respondents that has no difficulties in computer-related
subjects due to lack of foundational knowledge are with 27 (90%) and yes with 3
(10%) .
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TABLE H
SECTION 3: EFFECTIVENESS OF TEACHING METHODS
Teaching Methods Used
What instructional FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
methods do your
teachers use to teach
basic computer
concepts?
Lectures 4 13.8
Hands- on activities 9 31
Group work 8 27.6
Online resources 8 27.6
Others 0 0
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents 4 (13.8%) agree to lectures as the instructional methods
use by a teacher to teach basic computer concepts, 9 (31%) on hands-on activities,
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8 (27.6%) agree with the group work and 8 (27.6%) agree with the online resources
as the instructional methods used by the teachers to teach basic computer concepts.
TABLE I
Perceived Effectiveness
How effective do you FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
find you teacher’s
method in helping you
understand basic
computer concepts?
(5) Extremely effective 4 13.8
(4) Very effective 13 44.8
(3) Moderately effective 8 27.6
(2) Slightly effective 4 13.8
(1) Not at all effective 0 0
TOTAL 30 100
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INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents , 4 (13.8%) of them answers extremely effective, 13 (44.8%)
very effective , 8 (27.6%) moderately effective , 4 (13.8%) slightly effective in
theirs teachers method in helping them understand basic computer concepts.
TABLE J
SECTION 4: ACCESS TO RESOURCES
Access to Technological Resources
What types of FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
technological resources
do you have access for
learning basic computer
concepts?
Personal computer 4 13.8
School computer lab 11 37. 9
Internet access 6 20.7
Educational software 8 27.6
TOTAL 30 100
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INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents , 4 (13.8%) of them has personal computer access for
learning basic computer concepts, 11 (37.9%) access school computer lab, 6
(20.7%) on internet access and 8 (27.6%) have access on educational software for
learning basic computer concepts .
TABLE K
Impact of Resource Availability
Do you feel that limited FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
access to resources has
affected your learning
of basic computer
concepts?
NO 27 90
YES 3 10
TOTAL 30 100
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INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents 27 (90%) of them answers no, and 3 (10%) of them answers
yes that having a limited access to resources has affected your learning of basic
computer concepts.
TABLE L
SECTION 5: STUDENT ATTRIBUTES AND MOTIVATION
Attitude Towards Learning
How do you feel about FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
learning basic computer
concepts?
(5) Strongly positive 7 24.1
(4) Positive 7 24.1
(2) Neutral 7 24.1
(2)Negative 6 20.7
(1)Strongly 2 6.9
Negative
TOTAL 30 100
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INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents , 7 (24.1%) of them agree on strongly positive, positive and
neutral responses , 6 (20.7%) on negative side and 2 (6.9%) are having a strongly
negative mindset learning about basic computer concepts .
TABLE M
Perception of Computer Literacy
How important do you FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
think computer literacy
is for your future
academic and career
success?
(5) Very important 10 34.5
(4)Fairly 6 20.7
important
(3)Important 8 27.6
(2)Slightly 3 10
important
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(1)Not important 2 6.9
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents , 10 (34.5%) of them answers that its very important for them
that computer literacy is for their future academic and career success, 6 (20.7%)
fairly important, 8(27.6%) important , 3 (10%) slightly important and 2 (6.9%) of
them answers that it is not important for their future academic and career success.
TABLE N
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
Suggestions for Improvement
What specific FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
interventions do you
think would help
improve your
understanding of basic
computer concepts?
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More hands-on activities 4 13.8
Additional tutoring 7 24.1
sessions
Access to online 10 34.5
resources
Workshops on specific 8 27.6
topics
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATIONS
Out of 30 respondents 4 (13.8%) of them suggested that more hands-on activities
would improve their understandings on basic computer concepts. 7 (24.1%) on
additional tutoring sessions , 10 (34.5%) on access to online resources , and 8
( 27.6 %) suggested on workshops on specific topics regarding basic computer
concepts .
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TABLE O
Support Needed
What type of support do FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
you think would help
you overcome
challenges related to
learning basic computer
concepts?
Increased access to 6 20.7
technology
More effective teaching 13 44.8
methods
Peer study groups 10 34.5
TOTAL 30 100
INTERPRETATION
Out of 30 respondents, 6 (20.7%) of them answers that increasing access to
technology will hwlp them overcome challenges related to learning basic computer
concepts, 13 (44.8%) on more effective teaching methods ,and 10 (34.5%) on peer
study groups.
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CHAPTER 5
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS FINDINGS OF
STUDY
This chapter presents the brief summary of the research work undertaken which
focused on the aid to improve the knowledge of grade 11-CSS students of Matacon
National High School on basic computer concepts. This also presents the
conclusions arrived at based on the findings. Furthermore, feasible
recommendations relevant to the slope and purpose of this study can also be found
in this chapter.
1.1 Demographic Profile of the Respondents
Age. The data analysis revealed that the majority of the respondents were sixteen
(16) years old, accounting for the 46.7% of the sample. Respondents who were
seventeen (17) years old has 43.3 % of the sample ,eighteen years old with 6.7%,
and 19 years old and above are 3.3 % of the sample. The findings indicate that
sixteen years old respondents were the most frequent age group, suggesting that
their responses contributed significantly to the reliability of the gathered
information.
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Gender. The data analysis of the respondents sexual orientation indicated that there
were 19 female respondents, accounting for 63.3% of the sample . In contrast the
number of male respondents was 11 , comprising 36.7% of the sample. These
findings demonstrate that the majority of the respondents in the study were female.
Civil Status. Regarding the respondents civil status , all of the 30 respondents are
single with 100% of the sample.
1.2 Section 1: Current Knowledge Levels
In terms of Self- Assessment the findings reveal that among respondents 4
(13.3%) of them have the excellent knowledge of basic computer concepts, 12
(40%) with very good 8 (26.7%) good , 3 (10%) fair and 3 (10%) has very poor
knowledge about basic computer concepts, This implies that the most of the data
gathered has the very good knowledge of basic computer concepts.
In terms of Challenging Concepts out of 30 respondents, 6 (20%) of them find the
most challenging in terms of hardware components, 8 (26.7%) on software
applications , 8 (26.7%) on operating systems , 3 (10%) on internet safety and
security , and 5 (16%) of them find the most challenging in terms of file manager
on basic computer concepts.
1.3 Section 2: Impact on Academic Performance
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In terms of Correlation with Performance the findings revealed that out of 30
respondents, 7 (23.3%) of them are very confident in their understanding on basic
computer concepts, 12 (40%) are fairly confident , 7 (23.3%) are somewhat
confident,4 (13.3%) are slightly confident and none of them are no confident in
their understanding about basic computer concepts.
In terms of Academic challenges the majority of the respondents that has no
difficulties in computer-related subjects due to lack of foundational knowledge are
with 27 (90%) and yes with 3 (10%) .
1.4. Section 3: Effectiveness of Teaching Methods
In terms of teaching methods out of 30 respondents 4 (13.8%) agree to lectures
as the instructional methods use by a teacher to teach basic computer concepts, 9
(31%) on hands-on activities, 8 (27.6%) agree with the group work and 8 (27.6%)
agree with the online resources as the instructional methods used by the teachers to
teach basic computer concepts.
In terms of Perceived Effectiveness out of 30 respondents , 4 (13.8%) of them
answers extremely effective, 13 (44.8%) very effective , 8 (27.6%) moderately
effective , 4 (13.8%) slightly effective in theirs teachers method in helping them
understand basic computer concepts.
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1.5. Section 4: Access to Resources
In terms of access to technological resources out of 30 respondents , 4 (13.8%) of
them has personal computer access for learning basic computer concepts, 11
(37.9%) access school computer lab, 6 (20.7%) on internet access and 8 (27.6%)
have access on educational software for learning basic computer concepts .
In terms of impact of resource availability out of 30 respondents 27 (90%) of them
answers no, and 3 (10%) of them answers yes that having a limited access to
resources has affected your learning of basic computer concepts.
1.6.Section 5: Students Attitudes and Motivation
In terms of attitudes towards learning out of 30 respondents , 7 (24.1%) of them
agree on strongly positive, positive and neutral responses , 6 (20.7%) on negative
side and 2 (6.9%) are having a strongly negative mindset learning about basic
computer concepts .
In terms of perceptions of computer literacy out of 30 respondents , 10 (34.5%) of
them answers that its very important for them that computer literacy is for their
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future academic and career success, 6 (20.7%) fairly important, 8(27.6%)
important , 3 (10%) slightly important and 2 (6.9%) of them answers that it is not
important for their future academic and career success.
1.7. Additional Considerations
In terms of suggestions for improvements out of 30 respondents 4 (13.8%) of them
suggested that more hands-on activities would improve their understandings on
basic computer concepts. 7 (24.1%) on additional tutoring sessions , 10 (34.5%) on
access to online resources , and 8 ( 27.6 %) suggested on workshops on specific
topics regarding basic computer concepts .
In terms of support needed out of 30 respondents, 6 (20.7%) of them answers that
increasing access to technology will help them overcome challenges related to
learning basic computer concepts, 13 (44.8%) on more effective teaching
methods ,and 10 (34.5%) on peer study groups.
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CONCLUSIONS
In the contemporary digital landscape, a solid understanding of basic computer
concepts is essential for both personal and professional development. The
proliferation of technology in various sectors necessitates that individuals possess
foundational knowledge about computer systems, software applications, and data
management. Without such knowledge, individuals risk becoming obsolete in an
increasingly competitive job market.
Moreover, basic computer literacy fosters critical thinking and problem-solving
skills. Familiarity with fundamental concepts enables individuals to troubleshoot
common issues independently, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency. As
organizations increasingly rely on technology for operations, employees equipped
with these skills can contribute significantly to innovation and organizational
success.
In conclusion, mastering basic computer concepts is not merely an academic
exercise; it is a vital competency in today's society. Educational institutions must
prioritize the teaching of these fundamentals to prepare students for future
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challenges. Ultimately, a well-rounded understanding of computers empowers
individuals to navigate the complexities of the modern world effectively.
RECOMMENDATIONS
These recommendations serve as a solid starting point for anyone looking to
improve their computer literacy, whether as a student or educator. Engaging with
these concepts regularly will ensure proficiency and boost confidence in using
technology effectively.
Recommendation 1.
Basic Computer Workshop and Literacy can be conducted based on the findings
of this study. The Researchers want to recommend a Basic Computer Literacy
Program that will help students to become more aware of their interest, talents,
weaknesses among other things. As a result the faculties of this institution may help
students with their goals to aid and improve the students knowledge on basic
computer concepts.
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.Recommendation 2.
Start with the Basics: Understanding the Computer Hardware Learn the essential
components of a computer, such as the CPU, RAM, hard drive, motherboard,
input/output devices (keyboard, mouse, monitor), and storage devices (HDD, SSD).
Why: This will give students a solid foundation on how computers function and
interact with software.
Recommendation 3.
Learn About Operating Systems familiarize yourself with the basic functions of
operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux). Learn about file systems, user
interfaces, and basic commands like file management (copy, move, delete).
Why: Operating systems are the core software managing hardware resources and
enabling user interactions.
Recommendation 4.
Understand File Management and Storage practice organizing files and folders on
your computer. Learn about file extensions (e.g., .txt, .docx, .jpg) and their
relevance.
Why: Understanding file management makes it easier to organize, access, and
back up important documents.
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Recommendation 5.
Learn About Software and Applications get familiar with both system software
(e.g., antivirus, utilities) and application software (e.g., word processors,
spreadsheets, presentation software).
Why: Recognizing the differences between system and application software will
help users install, maintain, and use software more effectively.
Recommendation 6.
Get Comfortable with Keyboard Shortcuts learn common keyboard shortcuts (e.g.,
Ctrl + C for copy, Ctrl + V for paste, Alt + Tab for switching between applications).
Why: Keyboard shortcuts can significantly increase productivity and reduce
reliance on the mouse.
Recommendation 7.
Learn Basic Networking Concepts understand basic networking terms like IP
address, router, Wi-Fi, and LAN. Learn how to troubleshoot simple network issues,
such as connecting to Wi-Fi.
Why: As we rely on the internet more, basic networking knowledge is crucial for
both using and troubleshooting computer systems.
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Recommendation 8.
Introduction to Cybersecurity learn about the importance of using strong
passwords, recognizing phishing attempts, and avoiding malware. Understand the
basics of firewalls and encryption.
Why: Cybersecurity is critical for protecting personal data and preventing
unauthorized access to systems.
Recommendation 9.
Practice Troubleshooting Common Issues learn how to solve common computer
problems, such as slow performance, printer issues, or software crashes. Use built-
in troubleshooting tools (e.g., Windows Troubleshooter) or Google common
solutions.
Why: Knowing how to troubleshoot empowers students and teachers to resolve
issues on their own without relying on external support.
Recommendation 10.
Explore Cloud Computing and Online Tools understand how cloud storage works
(e.g., Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox) and learn how to access and collaborate
on documents online.
Why: Cloud computing is becoming an essential part of both personal and
professional workflows. Familiarity with cloud tools enhances collaboration and
data access.
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Recommendation 11.
Practice Digital Literacy and Online Etiquette develop an understanding of
responsible internet use, including proper online communication, research
techniques, and how to evaluate credible sources of information.
Why: In today’s digital age, being digitally literate and practicing good online
etiquette is essential for academic success and personal safety.
Recommendation 12.
Other studies should be conducted to verify the results of this study.
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