The Lived-Experiences of SHS Students using Edmodo Application as a Language Assessment Tool

Abstract

This study materialized with the purpose of determining the lived experiences of students towards the use of the Edmodo Application as a language tool. Being qualitative in nature, the interview as the data gathering tool was utilized with an audio recorder. Participants of the study were twenty-three Grade 12 students taking Computer System Servicing who experienced the use of the Edmodo Application at Ambuklao National High School (formerly Tublay School of Home Industries-Annex) Ambuklao, Bokod, Benguet. Data elicited were transcribed verbatim, confirmed by the participants, coded and categorized, and thematically coded accordingly.

Through the use of the interview guide, data were generated from which significant statements were drawn and identified, and it was categorized into similar scenarios to form themes. The phenomenon was then depicted by the researcher through the surfaced themes, namely: Neophyte’s Views, Amateur’s Views, and Language Learning Specs in the Edmodo App.  

Based on the conclusion, the following are recommended: 1) School administrators are highly encouraged to adapt the online assessment tool and introduce it to teachers to apply the important insights on the potential opportunities of technologies in facilitating higher-order thinking content. 2) Teachers who would like to level up their traditional classrooms in the current scenario to create a responsible learning environment for the students should make online activities livelier. 3) Educators need to recognize and emphasize the value of embedding assessment within learning processes and the value of assessing products as well as processes of learning. 4) Assuming continuous growth of social networks, inform the school administrator to come up with a fast internet connection in the computer laboratory room for desirable educational outcomes.