The Impact of Digital Educational Materials on Learner Engagement Among Grade 6 Learners

AUTHOR(S)

MONICA DIANNE D. DINGCONG

ABSTRACT

—— This study examined the relationship between the use of Digital Educational Materials (DEMs) and learner engagement among Grade 6 learners in selected hinterland public elementary schools in Siocon District, Division of Zamboanga del Norte. A quantitative correlational research design was employed involving 112 Grade 6 pupils. Data were gathered using a researcherdeveloped questionnaire that measured the frequency of DEM use and learner engagement across three dimensions: intrinsic motivation, active participation, and collaboration. Descriptive statistics indicated that Digital Educational Materials were frequently used in classroom instruction. However, regression analysis revealed that the use of DEMs did not significantly predict intrinsic motivation, active participation, or collaboration among learners. The findings suggest that the presence and frequency of digital instructional materials alone may not be sufficient to produce measurable improvements in learner engagement. These results emphasize that learner engagement may be influenced by broader instructional and contextual factors beyond the mere availability or use of digital tools. The study highlights the need to examine pedagogical approaches and contextual conditions when integrating digital educational resources in rural and resource-constrained educational environments. Keywords: Digital Educational Materials, learner engagement, intrinsic motivation, active participation, collaboration, rural schools