Polangui Community College

Alnay, Polangui, Albay

Mobile Phone Usage: Its Effects on the Classroom

Participation and Academic Achievement of

Students at Polangui Community College

Submitted by

Jirah Joy B. Peañar

Janah Kyla O. Sablayan

Yezamhen Joy B. Recto

Introduction

Mobile phones have become an essential part of modern society, and their use

has rapidly increased in recent years. With the advancement of technology, students

have become increasingly reliant on mobile phones as a means of communication,

entertainment, and accessing information. However, this trend has raised concerns

about the impact of mobile phone usage on academic achievement and classroom

participation, particularly among students at the tertiary level.

In the Philippines, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) recognizes the

importance of ensuring that students receive quality education. In line with this

objective, CHED has issued several policies and guidelines to promote effective

teaching and learning in higher education institutions (HEIs). These policies

emphasize the importance of maintaining a conducive learning environment and

promoting student engagement in the classroom.

One critical issue that affects the quality of education is the use of mobile

phones during class time. While mobile phones can provide students with access to

relevant information, their use during class time can be a distraction that hinders

academic performance and reduces classroom participation. Thus, CHED recognizes the

importance of regulating mobile phone usage in HEIs to ensure that students receive

the best possible education.

At the local level, Polangui Community College (PCC) is an HEI that provides

quality education to students in the Bicol Region of the Philippines. PCC's mission

is to produce competent graduates who can contribute to the development of society.

To achieve this objective, PCC must ensure that its students receive quality

education that meets CHED's standards. One crucial aspect of this is managing mobile

phone usage among its students during class time.

the classroom participation and academic achievement of students at PCC. The study's

focus is on the frequency and types of mobile phone usage among students and how

these factors affect their performance in class. The study will provide insight into

the impact of mobile phone usage on academic performance and classroom participation

at PCC, and will help the institution develop policies and guidelines to promote

effective teaching and learning.

This study is significant as it will contribute to the existing body of

knowledge on the impact of mobile phone usage on academic performance. Previous

studies have shown that mobile phone usage during class time has a negative impact on

academic performance (Kirschner & Karpinski, 2010; Junco, 2012). However, limited

research has been conducted in the Philippines, and specifically at PCC. Therefore,

this study will provide new insights into the impact of mobile phone usage on

academic performance and classroom participation in the Philippine context,

specifically in PCC.

The study's findings will have implications for educators, school

administrators, and students. Educators and school administrators can use the results

to develop policies and guidelines to regulate mobile phone usage during class time

and enhance student engagement and academic performance. Students can reflect on

their mobile phone usage habits and modify them to improve their academic outcomes.

Furthermore, this study can serve as a basis for further research on the impact of

technology on education in the Philippines.

In conclusion, this study's purpose is to investigate the effects of mobile

phone usage on the classroom participation and academic achievement of students at

PCC. The study's findings will contribute to the existing body of knowledge on the

impact of mobile phone usage on academic performance and serve as a basis for further
research. The study is significant as it will provide insights into the impact of

mobile phone usage on academic performance and classroom participation in the

Philippine context, specifically at PCC.

Statement of the Problem

This research aims to investigate the effects of mobile phone usage on the

classroom participation and academic achievement of students at Polangui Community

College. Specifically, this study aims to answer the following questions:

1. What are the characteristics related to mobile phone usage behavior of

respondents in terms of:

a. Frequency of mobile phone usage during class

b. Type of mobile phone usage during class hours

c. Duration of mobile phone usage

2. How does mobile phone usage affect the classroom participation of students in

terms of:

a. Attention span

b. Active participation

c. Engagement in class discussions

3. How does mobile phone usage affect the academic achievement of students in

terms of:

a. Level of engagement in class activities

b. Completion of assignments

c. Performance in exams

d. Grades

4. What are the students' perceptions towards the use of mobile phones in the

classroom?
5. What are the recommendations to address the negative effects of mobile phone

usage on the classroom participation and academic achievement of students at

Polangui Community College?

Scope and Delimitation

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of mobile phone

usage on classroom participation and academic achievement among students of

Polangui Community College. Specifically, the study will investigate the frequency

and types of mobile phone usage and their potential effects on student performance.

The research methodology will involve the distribution of questionnaires to the

participants. It is important to note that this study is limited to students

enrolled in Polangui Community College (PCC).

The study will not cover the impact of mobile phone usage outside the

classroom, the effect of mobile phone usage on the health of students, the

instructors' views on mobile phone usage, the impact of other electronic devices on

academic performance, and demographic factors affecting the correlation between

mobile phone usage and academic achievement

Significance of the Study

The present study aims to investigate the effects of mobile phone usage on

classroom participation and academic achievement of students in Polangui Community

College (PCC). This section presents the significance of this study in terms of its

implications for school administrators, educators, students, and future

researchers.
 School Administrators: This study provides important insights into the

impact of mobile phone usage on academic performance, which can inform the

development of school policies regarding mobile phone use in the classroom. School

administrators can use the findings of this study to create guidelines for teachers

and students to ensure that mobile phones are used in a way that does not affect

academic achievement.

Educators: This study can provide educators with information on the effects

of mobile phone use on student performance, which can inform their teaching

strategies. Educators can also use the findings of this study to develop guidelines

for students to follow when using mobile phones in the classroom.

Students: This study can help students understand how mobile phone usage

affects their classroom participation and academic achievement. The findings of

this study can also inform students about the appropriate use of mobile phones in

the classroom, which can help them to manage their mobile phone use in a way that

does not affect their academic performance.

Future Researchers: This study can provide valuable information for future

researchers who may be interested in studying the effects of mobile phone usage on

academic performance. It can serve as a foundation for further research in this

area, and future researchers can build upon the findings of this study to

investigate other factors that may affect mobile phone usage and academic

performance.