RAISING THE DIGITAL BAR: PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT ON INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) INTEGRATION IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

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This study examines parental involvement in ICT integration among 103 parents at Gayab Elementary School, revealing very high levels in involvement characterized by very high perception on ICT’s usefulness and ease of use, active support in digital learning activities, and consistent communication with teachers. Grounded in the Technology Acceptance Model, the findings confirm that very high parental perceptions enhance involvement, thereby facilitating effective ICT integration in education. Utilizing a descriptive-correlational research design, the study also identifies a significant association between parental involvement and academic performance, demonstrating that support through homework assistance, platform navigation, and teacher collaboration improves learning outcomes. This suggests that Gayab Elementary School’s success may be attributed to systematic efforts in strengthening parent-teacher communication and ICT accessibility. To optimize the impact of parental involvement, the study recommends initiatives that enhance digital literacy and ensure equitable resources, reinforcing the connection between parental engagement, ICT integration, and student achievement.

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