Demographic Profile and Perceived Effectiveness of Modern Technology among Grade 6 Pupils: A Correlational Study

Ronnie L. Cruz; Celso C. Dumalig

doi:10.55927/ijsmr.v4i8.117

Authors

Ronnie L. Cruz Northeastern College, Inc. Graduate School, Santiago City
Celso C. Dumalig Northeastern College, Inc. Graduate School, Santiago City

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ijsmr.v4i8.117

Keywords:

Modern technology, perceived effectiveness, demographic profile, elementary education

Abstract

This study examined the relationship between demographic profile and perceived effectiveness of modern technology among 50 randomly selected Grade 6 pupils at Kasiglahan Village Elementary School during School Year 2026-2027 using a descriptive-correlational research design. Data were gathered through a researcher-made questionnaire measuring pupils' perceptions of technology effectiveness across 20 indicators. Findings revealed that pupils perceived modern technology as highly effective (overall mean=4.28), particularly in motivating task completion, building academic confidence, and ease of use. Chi-square tests revealed significant relationships between pupils' perceptions and their sex, age, section, frequency of technology use, and type of device used (p<0.05). Smartphones were the most commonly used device (84%). The study concludes that demographic factors significantly influence how pupils perceive technology effectiveness, recommending targeted interventions for equitable technology integration.

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