Digital transformation of grades-related technologies at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School (2020–2024)

A case study on usability and impact

Authors

  • Paul Enrique C. Casas Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines
  • Maria Lalaine M. Barrameda Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines
  • Jessa Mae C. Elarmo Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines
  • Danielle Jana Roe P. Rodriguez Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines
  • Jessa Mae D. Prestado Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61251/ijoep.v2i3.265

Keywords:

Educational technology, innovation adoption, records management, secondary education, system usability

Abstract

This participatory case study examines the digital transformation of grades-related enabling technologies at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School from 2020 to 2024. Grounded in principles of sociotechnical theory and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the study defines enabling technologies as digital solutions that enhance educational processes. It traces the institution's transition from manual procedures to a macro-enabled MS Excel eTool, and finally to the centralized Students Enrollment and Records Management System (SERMS). Using a mixed-methods approach that integrated historical document analysis, stakeholder feedback, and usability assessments, the research documented a four-phase progression from individual initiatives to institution-wide adoption. Findings indicate that strategic leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and user-centered design were pivotal to successful integration. Usability evaluation, based on the System Usability Scale and qualitative feedback from 31 faculty members, showed a statistically significant improvement from "Marginal" for the eTool to "Good" for SERMS, confirming strong user acceptance and improved administrative efficiency. Key success factors included sustained leadership and structured training, while primary challenges involved connectivity and interface navigation. This study contributes to understanding technology adoption patterns within the Southeast Asian public school context, offering a replicable framework for similar educational institutions pursuing digital transformation.

Author Biographies

Paul Enrique C. Casas, Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines

Paul Enrique C. Casas is a Teacher III at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Social Science Education from the Philippine Normal University – Manila, earned through a ladderized government scholarship program leading toward a Master of Arts in Social Science Education. His research interests include civic education, democratic culture, parliamentary procedures and practices, simulation-based pedagogy, and the design and evaluation of educational technologies that support teaching, assessment, and school record management.

Maria Lalaine M. Barrameda, Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines

Maria Lalaine M. Barrameda is currently School Head at Paliparan II Integrated High School in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines, and holds a Master's degree in Guidance Counseling. She served as School Head of Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School during this study. With extensive experience in educational leadership, she has guided institutions toward holistic student development and innovative practices. Her research focuses on curriculum design and development that responds to diverse learners' needs. She continues to bridge traditional pedagogical approaches with modern innovations, ensuring schools remain dynamic, inclusive, and future-ready.

Jessa Mae C. Elarmo, Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines

Jessa Mae C. Elarmo is a Teacher III at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines. She holds a Bachelor of Technical Teacher Education from the Technological University of the Philippines. During this study, she served as Learner Information System coordinator, Basic Education Information System coordinator, and Alternative Learning System coordinator at the same school. Her research interests encompass the use of digital tools in teaching and learning, computer-based technology for student engagement, and school record management and tracking systems.

Danielle Jana Roe P. Rodriguez, Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines

Danielle Jana Roe P. Rodriguez is an Administrative Assistant II at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines. She earned her bachelor's degree from Philippine Christian University and is currently completing her thesis for a Master of Arts in Education major in Administration and Supervision at the Eulogio "Amang" Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology – Cavite. Her research interests include technological integration in administration, school record management, administrative productivity, and organizational efficiency.

Jessa Mae D. Prestado, Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School, Santo Cristo, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines

Jessa Mae D. Prestado is a Teacher III at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines, where she also served as School Registrar during this research. She holds a Bachelor of Technical Teacher Education major in Electrical Engineering Technology from the Technological University of the Philippines–Cavite and has completed the academic requirements for the Master of Technology Education program at the Technological University of the Philippines–Manila. Her research interests focus on enabling technologies that enhance teachers' instructional practices, particularly the integration of digital tools and innovative strategies in technical and vocational education.

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2025-12-30

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Casas, P. E. C., Barrameda, M. L. M., Elarmo, J. M. C., Rodriguez, D. J. R. P., & Prestado, J. M. D. (2025). Digital transformation of grades-related technologies at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School (2020–2024): A case study on usability and impact. Indonesian Journal of Education and Pedagogy, 2(3), 224–243. https://doi.org/10.61251/ijoep.v2i3.265

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