Treffer: The effects of the use of computer technology on students in selected secondary private schools in Metro Manila

This study investigated the effects of the use of computer technology in the teaching-learning process. Specifically, it studied the students expectations of the use of computer technology in learning and determined its actual effects on students. This study used the descriptive-evaluation method using Scrivens goal-free evaluation model. Being descriptive in nature, it described the actual intended effects, unintended benefits, and unwanted effects derived from the use of computer technology. It also explained the factors that affect the use of computer technology in the teaching-learning process, namely, school-, student-, and home-related factors. Other factors that were identified in the course of the investigation were also included. Being evaluative, at the same time, it assessed the congruence that exists between the needs and expectations of the students as regards the use of computer technology and the actual outcomes of the program. The existence or non-existence of this congruence was used as basis for the recommendation of the continuation, improvement, or termination of the program. The expectations and actual outcomes gathered from the student participants were categorized as cognitive and affective. The former refers to the development of knowledge and skills while the latter refers to the acquisition of values and personal qualities. These expectations and outcomes of the use of computer technology in the teaching-learning process were also identified as either intended effects, unintended benefits, or unwanted effects. Intended effects are those included in the teachers objectives of the daily lessons. Unintended benefits are the unplanned positive effects iv while unwanted benefits are the negative results of the use of computer technology in instruction. Three hundred three students, 30 teachers, and 4 administrators from the 4 purposively selected schools were the participants of this study. The students were requested to answer the Computer Attitude Questionnaire. It gave data on students ...