Work place: Department of Information Technology, College of Information Sciences and Computing, Central Mindanao University, Philippines
E-mail: gladys.ayunar@cmu.edu.ph
Website: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-8829-8689
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Biography
Gladys S. Ayunar holds a Master of Information Systems from the University of the Philippines Open University. She is a Faculty Member at Central Mindanao University (CMU). Her professional background includes extensive expertise in ICT instruction, academic research, and the development of instructional materials. Ms. Ayunar has co-authored various instructional materials and presented research on technology-enhanced learning and decision support systems. Her current research interests include data science, educational technology, and leveraging machine learning for academic interventions.
By Nathalie Joy G. Casildo Gladys S. Ayunar Jinky G. Marcelo Kent Levi A. Bonifacio
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5815/ijmecs.2026.03.02, Pub. Date: 8 Jun. 2026
This study utilizes the Digital Competence Framework for Educators (DigCompEdu) and machine learning (ML) techniques to evaluate and predict the ICT proficiency levels of public school teachers in Bukidnon. Analyzing a dataset of 1,275 responses and addressing data imbalances, several classification models were evaluated to identify the most reliable predictor of teacher competence. The findings indicate that the majority of teachers currently operate at the 'Integrator' (B1) level. Key predictors of proficiency include skills in online safety, collaborative learning, and the creative use of digital tools. Among the tested algorithms, Random Forest emerged as the most effective model for accurately classifying teacher skill levels. This research provides a data-driven roadmap for educational policymakers, offering actionable insights for designing targeted professional development programs that foster transformative teaching and improved student outcomes.
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