Utilization of Interactive PowerPoint Presentations at Katipunan National High School, Carmen 3 District, Bohol

Abstract

Integrating technology into classroom instruction can boost student engagement and improve learning outcomes. This study looked at how interactive PowerPoint presentations affected the performance of Grade 7 students in Araling Panlipunan and explored the challenges teachers faced. Conducted at Katipunan National High School in Bohol, the research used a mixed-methods approach: a quasi-experimental pre-test–post-test and teacher interviews. Two experimental groups used interactive PowerPoint, while two control groups used traditional versions. The results showed that students taught with interactive PowerPoint had a mean post-test score of 77.92, compared to 66.03 for those in the control group taught with traditional PowerPoint. Of the students in the experimental group, 64.4% scored at or above the satisfactory performance level, indicating a majority performed well on the post-test. Thematic analysis revealed challenges, including limited technical skills, lack of formal training, time constraints, outdated technology, and difficulties aligning teaching materials with the curriculum.     The findings show that interactive PowerPoint is effective for improving student performance in social studies when teachers have sufficient support and resources. A school-based program should enhance teacher skills and facilitate the use of curriculum-aligned materials. This research provides evidence for technology integration and underlines the role of interactive media in education.