Extent of Implementation of Department of Education Computerization Program in Gubat District

This study determined the status of the DepEd computerization Program (DCP) in Elementary Schools in Gubat District, school year 2017-2018. The study employed the descriptive-survey method. It described the extent of implementation of DCP as perceived by the beneficiaries. Survey questionnaire was used as the instrument to gather the data needed. The respondents were 39 School heads and 39 ICT coordinators of the elementary schools in Gubat District. The findings were: The extent of Implementation of DCP as perceived by the beneficiaries along the utilization for instructional purpose was highly implemented. It has a General Weighted Mean of 3.64. On the other hand, the extent of implementation of DCP along utilization for office as support purposes was also highly implemented with a general weighted mean of 3.86. Finally, along the utilization for ICT to school system obtained a general weighted mean of 3.21 with a descriptive rating of Implemented. Out of seven trainings conducted along technical support, three of which were Effective with a general weighted mean of 3.65, 3.23 and 3.13 respectively. Another three trainings obtained a Moderately effective descriptive rating with a general weighted mean of 2.21, 2.18 and 2.01. Only one training was highly effective with general weighted mean of 3.62. In terms of training for Instructional Implementation, two were highly effective with general weighted mean of 3.81 and 3.79. Four of which were Effective with general weighted mean of 3.44, 3.18, 2.70 and 2.64. However, only one training was Moderately Effective with 2.22 general weighted mean. The highest in rank for the problems encountered by the beneficiaries was the internet connection is limited with a frequency of 70 and a percentage of 89. Second in rank was lack of knowledge of the software to be used with a frequency of 61 and 77 percent. Third in rank was the lack of technical support in utilizing ICT equipment, with a number of 58 and percentage of 73. Next was lack of trainings along DCP implementation with 48 frequency and a total of 61 percent. Lastly, the availability of spacious/ air-conditioned laboratory room with a frequency of 38 and 48 percent. The proposed strategic plan for DCP was developed to enhance the its implementation. The conclusions were: The extent of implementation of DCP along utilization for the instructional purposes and utilization for offices support was highly implemented. While, for the ICT integration to school system was Implemented. The effectiveness of activities conducted by the agency along technical support trainings was Moderately Effective. While, for the trainings for instructional implementation was Effective. There were problems encountered along the implementation of DCP. The highest in rank for the problems encountered by the beneficiaries of DCP was the internet connection. While, the lowest the availability of spacious/air-conditioned laboratory room. Proposed strategic plan was developed for DCP implementation. The recommendations: The school may conduct trainings to integrate ICT in the school system. The activities for DCP may be enhanced through the provision of trainings by the agency for technical support and instructional implementation. The school may initiate to put up internet connection through solicitation, fund raising or MOOE. Proposed strategic plan for DCP implementation may be enhanced to improve the services of ICT in the teaching- learning process and office use. Further studies may be conducted to supplement the findings revealed in this study.