Availability and Functionality of ICT Tools and Digital Literacy Skills of Teachers

The study investigated the extent of usage of the ICT tools in terms of availability and functionality and the digital literacy skills of the teachers among the National High Schools of the Northern Cluster District of the Province of Bukidnon. The tested variables supported the importance of going digitalized in the 21st century given that it is considered as the age of information and digitalization. The study used a descriptive-correlational research design that utilized descriptive and inferential statistics such as Mean and Standard Deviation and also Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient. Results revealed a high availability and moderate functionality of ICT tools. Additionally, respondents' digital literacy skills, including basic digital skills, information literacy skills, and internet literacy skills, are all rated as high. Lastly, the tested relationship between the extent of usage of the ICT tools and the level of digital and information skills showed a week positive significant correlation. Most schools are now provided by the government with ICT tools, in return, the schools need proper maintenance on its functionality to ensure that these tools are not only available but also functional. Moreover, teachers need to upskill and reskill in order to level up with the digital skills of their students.