Group Members: Block Code: CEIT-06-301P

Astillo, Leah Anne G. Final Requirement

Boneo, Angelo Renz U.
Camagting, Nicole B.
Duka, Kenneth Clarke M.

“Technology in Education during Online Remote Learning”

I. Summary, Analysis and/or Insights

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, our daily lives have been hard. For
example, the government has banned face-to-face classes at schools and
universities.However, in today’s modern world, schools and other institutions have
found ways to continue to provide education to their students. By using only the
Internet, a computer, and a phone, students have access to a wide range of learning
resources and materials provided by the schools that can help the learners improve
their knowledge and learning experience. From online classrooms and virtual
teachings to textbooks, pre-recorded presentations, and other multimedia materials,
these platforms provide students with opportunities to learn and grow while also
allowing them to continue and pursue their education without risking their health
and safety outside their homes because of COVID. In this summary for the IT Era,
we will take a look at the various learning platforms that emerged in response to
the pandemic, as well as their current status after the pandemic and the return of
face-to-face classes. To accomplish this, we interviewed some students of
Bagumbayan National High School in Taguig City about the current status of their
learning platforms to get a better understanding of their experiences and situations.
The students at Bagumbayan National High School use different learning platforms
depending on their grade level. Student 1 and 3 use Google Classroom, while
Student 2 uses Ms. Teams. According to the participants, it is easy to navigate the
learning platform that they are using; however, Ms. Teams, a learning platform, is
quite confusing at first for Student 2. because it has a variety of action bars. With
its frequent use, she learns to navigate it easily. She said that this online learning
platform helps her to manage tasks and assignments that were given to her as it
provides a calendar and a due date for assignments. It keeps track of their
activities.

Student 1 has no idea how to use the platform that they are currently using at
first.With an active use of their platform, she learns to navigate it, which leads her
to be knowledgeable about utilizing it. So, currently, she finds it easy to use
Google Classroom.

The students are not proficient in utilizing common computer hardware. Student 3
has a wide variety of knowledge about it, but she is not an expert. Nevertheless, all
of the participants are skilled and knowledgeable in using the fundamental
functions of word-processing programs to create, format, and edit documents for
class assignments. According to the participants, it is required to become skilled in
using it to pass their assignments. Additionally, only Student 2 is skilled in using
spreadsheet programs. Only Student 3 is knowledgeable about using spreadsheet
programs. But she isn't very good at it because they only use it in Statistics class.

According to the participants, the remote learning system is quite difficult. Student
3 stated that she does not like online learning, but when she fully adjusted to the
situation, she started to like distance learning, but students 2 and 3 did not adjust
easily. They struggle with their internet connection, learning the topic, and
adjusting to their surroundings.
Only student 2 can easily participate in an online class when learning online.She is
the one who stated that she struggles with poor internet connection and a noisy
environment. But she can easily participate in a modular approach. Students 2 and
3 can participate in online classes effectively. And according to them, it is not easy
to learn effectively through modular learning. They are not able to exchange ideas
with their classmates, and they need to learn on their own.

In conclusion, each of the three pupils has a unique approach to adopt in various
professions. Everyone can understand the situation we're in, which is why some
people don't put forth much effort in certain tasks. We do not need to judge others
based on their abilities in this self-opinionated society; we have our own
uniqueness to demonstrate and thrive in.

➤ Transcript of Interview:
The interview was conducted via messenger due to the fact that the students'
availability was limited due to the fact that Christmas vacation had already begun
and they still had to submit their final projects.

STUDENT 1

1. What learning platform is currently available at your school?

We are currently using Google Classroom and Google Meet for our online classes. because it is the most
effective platform that we can utilize in our online classes for most of us.

2. Are you utilizing the institution’s learning platform? If not, why?

Yes, for me, it is very useful and conducive to utilizing in an online class setting. because it lessens the
effort and time I should take to complete all of my schoolwork. Also, I can just message my teachers if I
have any concerns about a certain topic.

3. What is your insight into the learning platform?

The learning platform sharpens my time management skills, and it also makes me aware of all the things
that I need to do. On the contrary, it also happens that using this learning platform has disadvantages for us
 students. For example, students can do whatever they like when they are currently in class and cheat, for
example, while doing their schoolwork or exams.

4. Were you given any devices or gadgets that you could utilize for this platform?

No, our school didn't provide any gadgets for us. But instead, they cascaded modules for those students
who do not have gadgets to use for online classes.

5. Since online remote learning and modular learning utilize common hardware, are you "proficient" in
utilizing common computer hardware such as a power supply, motherboard, storage devices, removable
media, printers, etc?

- As of now, I am not particularly skilled in any of the terms IT or programming.

6. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in utilizing functions of any graphic software that could be used for
academic purposes such as activities or assignments, as online remote learning and modular learning
required output?

I'm not particularly skilled at using the functions of graphic software, but I do know a little about it.

7. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in using the fundamental functions of word-processing programs to
create, format, and edit documents for class assignments?

I can say yes, because I am obliged to learn how to use it because it's needed in our online class, where we
do all of our paperwork in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

8. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in using spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft Excel to handle data
and analyze it for class assignments?

I'm not very familiar with Excel, but I'm willing to learn if given the opportunity.

9. Are you knowledgeable about utilizing your institution’s learning platform? Are you familiar with all the
functions and their uses? Were you able to utilize the platform as support for the acquisition of knowledge
in certain subjects?

To be honest, I had no idea how to use those apps at first, but as time passed and I practiced, I became more
proficient.I was able to learn all its proper usage and functions. Furthermore, I find it simple to use because
all I have to do is submit all of my paperwork in soft copy to my course subjects, as opposed to in-person
classes where I have to make an effort to write my schoolwork.

10. Since most of the school shifted to emergency remote learning, were you able to adjust easily? What are
your struggles?

To be honest, it takes time to adjust. I have experienced struggles, like if I have any questions about our
lesson, I still have to ask my teacher about it. And when doing group work, we have to use online platforms
like Google Meet to exchange our ideas. So it is a very big hassle, especially for my classmates who didn't
have a stable connection.

11. Were you able to participate in the online class or modular approach easily?
 I am able to participate the most in online classes.

12. Were you able to share your ideas regarding the lesson with your classmates in modular learning? Were you
able to ask your teachers clarifying questions?

In my perspective, modular learning isn't effective because I have to learn all the things on my own without
an instructor to guide me and discuss the lessons. Furthermore, because it is modular learning, me and my
classmates didn't have a chance to exchange ideas about what we had learned.

STUDENT 2:
1. What learning platform is currently available at your school?
Ms Teams, Modular learning

2. Are you utilizing the institution’s learning platform? If not, why?

Yes

3. What is your insight into the learning platform?

Ms Teams has lots of app tool bar(?) that's why it is confusing when you are a first timer, but as I am using this
app frequently, it became easier for me to navigate and use this app. This online learning platform helps me to
manage the tasks and assignments that were given by my professors because this app provides calendar and has date
for deadlines that will keep you in track and will notify you if the professor has given another assignment.

Modular learning is also helpful and convenient for me because I can use my time efficiently since this learning
platform has a lessons and activities in which I can read and answer anytime, anywhere. The only disadvantage of
this learning platform is that some terms cannot be understand that quickly so I really need to find other references
in order for me to answer the activities included in the module.

4. Were you given any devices or gadgets that you could utilize for this platform?
No.

5. Since online remote learning, and modular learning utilizes common hardware are you “proficient” in utilizing
common computer hardware such as power supply, motherboard, storage devices, removable media, printer, etc?
No

6. Since online remote learning and modular learning required output, are you skilled and knowledgeable in utilizing
functions of any graphic software that could be used in any academic purposes such as activities, or assignments?
Yes

7. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in using fundamental functions of word-processing programs to create format,
and edit documents for class assignments?
Yes

8. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in using spreadsheets programs such as Microsoft Excel to handle data and
analyze it for class assignments?
 Yes

9. Are you knowledgeable In utilizing your Institution’s learning platform? Are you familiar with all the functions
and their uses? Were you able to utilize the platform as support to the acquisition of knowledge for certain subjects?
Yes

10. Since most of the school shifts to emergency remote learning, were you able to adjust easily? What are your
struggles?
No. The poor internet connection, noisy surroundings.

11. Were you able to participate in the online class or modular approach easily?
I was not able to participate in online class easily, but for modular approach, yes.

12. Were you able to share your ideas regarding the lesson with your classmates in modular learning? Were you able
to ask clarifying questions to your teachers?
No; Yes

STUDENT 3:
1. We are currently using Google Classroom, Moodle, Google Meet, and Zoom for the online platforms.

2. Yes. It is very convenient virtual set up for passing the schoolworks.

3. It can make our submission faster than Face to Face set up that you need to wait for the next day to pass your
work.

4. No. They didn't give any gadgets for the devices.

5. I exposed to some technical program and I must say that I have a wide variety of knowledge in Technical. But I
am not a supe "Expert"

6. I am not expert but also I have wide variety of knowledge. So its neutral.

7.I must say yes because it is one of the requirement such as making report, and documents.

8. Its also neutral because of the not in demand to use unless in Statistics subject.

9. Its easy to use but sometimes laggy I dont know why but its always having framedrops or errors. But in some
platforms, its easy.

10. At first, I dont like online but now I fully adjusted and I am now liking distance learning.

11. Yes. Iam able to participate in distance learning.

12. It has both advantage and disadvantages. Disadvantages is the distractions from your environment making
yourself hard to concentrate. Advantages is not rushing to school because you need only stable internet and sit
making your travel time be eliminated.

II. Transcription of the Interview

1. What learning platform is currently available at your school?

Student 1: We are currently using Google Classroom and Google Meet at our
online classes. Because it is the most effective platform that we can utilize in our
online classes for most of us.

Student 2: Ms. Teams, Modular learning

Student 3: We are currently using Google Classroom, Moodle, Google Meet, and
Zoom for the online platforms.

2. Are you utilizing the institution’s learning platform? If not, why?

Student 1: Yes, for me it is very useful and conducive to utilize in an online class
set-up. Because it lessens the effort and time I should take to pass all of my school
works. Also I can just message my teachers if I have any concern about a certain
topic.

Student 2: Yes

Student 3: Yes. It is very convenient virtual set up for passing the schoolworks.

3. What is your insight into the learning platform?

Student 1: The learning platform sharpens my time management skills and it also
made me aware of all the things that I need to do. In the contrary, it also happens
that using this learning platform have a disadvantages for us students. Like for
example, students can do whatever they like when they are currently in there class,
and cheat, for example, while doing their school works or exams.

Student 2: Ms. Teams has lots of app tool bar(?) that's why it is confusing when
you are a first timer, but as I am using this app frequently, it became easier for me
to navigate and use this app. This online learning platform helps me to manage the
tasks and assignments that were given by my professors because this app provides
calendar and has date for deadlines that will keep you in track and will notify you if
the professor has given another assignment.

Modular learning is also helpful and convenient for me because I can use my time
efficiently since this learning platform has a lessons and activities in which I can
read and answer anytime, anywhere. The only disadvantage of this learning
platform is that some terms cannot be understand that quickly so I really need to
find other references in order for me to answer the activities included in the
module.

Student 3: It can make our submission faster than Face to Face set up that you
need to wait for the next day to pass your work.

4. Were you given any devices or gadgets that you could utilize for this
platform?

Student 1: No, our school didn't provide any gadgets for us. But instead they
cascaded a modules for those students who does not have a gadgets to use for
online classes.

Student 2: No

Student 3: No. They didn't give any gadgets for the devices.

5. Since online remote learning, and modular learning utilizes common

hardware are you “proficient” in utilizing common computer hardware such
as power supply, motherboard, storage devices, removable media, printer, etc?

Student 1: As of now, I am not that expert to use any of the things that coined to
IT or programming.

Student 2: No
Student 3: I exposed to some technical program and I must say that I have a wide
variety of knowledge in Technical. But I am not a super "Expert".

6. Since online remote learning and modular learning required output, are you
skilled and knowledgeable in utilizing functions of any graphic software that
could be used in any academic purposes such as activities, or assignments?

Student 1: I'm not that knowledgeable in utilizing functions of any graphic

software but then I have few knowledge about it.

Student 2: Yes

Student 3: I am not expert but also I have wide variety of knowledge. So its
neutral.

7. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in using fundamental functions of

word-processing programs to create format, and edit documents for class
assignments?

Student 1: I can say yes, it is because I am obliged to learn how to use it for the
reason that it's needed in our online class were we do all of our paperworks in
Microsoft Word and Powerpoint.

Student 2: Yes

Student 3: I must say yes because it is one of the requirement such as making
report, and documents.

8. Are you skilled and knowledgeable in using spreadsheets programs such as

Microsoft Excel to handle data and analyze it for class assignments?

Student 1: I'm not that knowledgeable in using excel but I am willing to learn if I
have time.
Student 2: Yes

Student 3: Its also neutral because of the not in demand to use unless in Statistics
subject.

9. Are you knowledgeable In utilizing your Institution’s learning platform?

Are you familiar with all the functions and their uses? Were you able to utilize
the platform as support to the acquisition of knowledge for certain subjects?

Student 1: To be honest, at first I am ignorant in using those apps but as the time
flies, as I practice and use it. I able to learn all its proper usage and functions.
Moreover, I find it easy to use because all I have to do is to submit all my
paperworks in soft copy to my course subjects, unlike in ftf classes where I need to
make effort in writing my schoolworks.

Student 2: Yes

Student 3: Its easy to use but sometimes laggy I don't know why but its always
having framedrops or errors. But in some platforms, its easy.

10. Since most of the school shifts to emergency remote learning, were you
able to adjust easily? What are your struggles?

Student 1: To be honest, it takes time to adjust, I have experienced struggles like if

I have any questions about our lesson, I still have my teacher about it. And when
doing group works we have to use online platforms like Google Meet to exchange
our ideas. So it is very hassle especially for my classmates who didn't have a stable
connection.

Student 2: No. The poor internet connection, noisy surroundings.

Student 3: At first, I don't like online but now I fully adjusted and I am now liking
distance learning.

11. Were you able to participate in the online class or modular approach
easily?

Student 1: I am able to participate most in online class.

Student 2: I was not able to participate in online class easily, but for modular
approach, yes.

Student 3: Yes. I am able to participate in distance learning.

12. Were you able to share your ideas regarding the lesson with your
classmates in modular learning? Were you able to ask clarifying questions to
your teachers?

Student 1: In my perspective, for me modular learning isn't effective to use

because I have to learn all the things on my own without any instructor to guide
me and discuss the lessons. Furthermore, and because it is modular learning me
and my classmates didn't have a chance to exchange ideas that we have learned.

Student 2: No; Yes

Student 3: It has both advantage and disadvantages. Disadvantages is the

distractions from your environment making yourself hard to concentrate.
Advantages is not rushing to school because you need only stable internet and sit
making your travel time be eliminated.