Chapter II

THE REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

This chapter includes a review of literature and studies which

have significant relationship and similarities with the present

study.

The researcher made a comprehensive review of various studies

and literature found in different libraries of colleges and

universities as well as public libraries in the Cebu province and

elsewhere: unpublished thesis journals, books, materials found in

the internet and other related sources where likewise review in

the recent study. The relevance of this materials to the research

in consideration was established and their significant finding

were given due consideration.

From the survey of related literature and studies, it was

notes that there has been no published studies on the functionality

of computer laboratory in Casay National High School. Studies

reviewed were classified into training program. They were

described findings were cited as well as their similarities

differences and input. This study were likewise cited.

 According to Rodriguez (2007), it is also important

to remember that technology requires administrative and community support

and involvement that are critical to its successful integration in

education. Commitment and interest of teachers and school heads is the

most critical factor for successful implementation of any school

innovation, especially technology. The teacher must be fully-equipped and

up to the task. Teacher must harness the full potential of technology to

improve learning outcomes (Sec. Lapus, 2008). This information age needs

modern teachers. They are the one who build education and learning; and

if they lack knowledge and skills, the learners will be most affected.

Former President Arroyo called for a better integration of ICT into the

Philippine educational system to improve the quality of learning and hone

the computer skills of young Filipinos to give them a competitive edge in

securing work in a world that is growing highly technical (Manila Bulletin,

2006).Also she enjoins all teachers from public schools to get the National

ICT Competency Standards (NICS) and be ICT-certified. She stressed that

teachers need to be competent in ICT so classroom dynamics become more

innovative with ICT. Sen. Escudero (2002) gives importance to the

advancement of science and technology. Modern telecommunications and modes

of transportation have facilitated simultaneous and fast exchange of

ideas, information and resources among nations. This is the global

technological and scientific setting which confronts the Philippines

today. That is why the government proposed a bill about integrating

computer education program in the educational system. One of government

plans is to promote computer literacy by providing trainings and workshop

for both learners and teachers. Schools like Southern Iloilo Polytechnic

College held a computer literacy seminar-workshop. It aimed to provide

computer literacy training and update faculty and staff of the different

subject areas. School managers believed that the use of computer could

help teachers increase their efficiency and effectiveness. The use of this

technology facilitates communication and information, record keeping and

retrieving, programming, research and evaluation, provisions of

instructional aids and devices, preparation of reports, interpretation of

test results and others (Dela Cruz, 2008). Datamex and Deped Intel

Teachprogram also provide free seminars, workshops and trainings to the

teachers. It focuses on integrating computer technology into the

curriculum. At present, the Department of Education aims to fully equip

administrators, teachers, and support staff in word processing, electronic

spreadsheets, and graphic software to aid them in their instructional task

(Manzano, 2002).Casiano (2007) signified that different places in the

world are connected. Globalization has bridged the gap, and computer is

the key instrument. Facebook, Friendster these are just two social

networking sites that pioneered the phenomenon. These facts are most

observable in the developed and some developing countries. On the other

hand, Robles (2006) stated that even though the Philippine government has

initiated several programs and projects for the use of ICT in education,

real implementation in day-to-day learning is still limited