Level of Awareness on Internet of Things (IoT) Among College Students of LSPU-SPCC: Basis on Technological Advancement

Abstract

This study aimed to assess and determine the level of awareness on internet of things (IoT) among college students of Laguna State Polytechnic University - San Pablo City Campus (LSPU-SPCC). The increasing significance of IoT in various aspects of life, including education, has led to a growing need to understand the awareness level of college students regarding this technology. The study was limited only to the Selected Students of Laguna State Polytechnic University. One hundred thirty (130) respondents were represented the study. The research methodology used in this study is a descriptive quantitative approach, with a survey questionnaire as the primary instrument for this study. The researcher used an online questionnaire-checklist and distributed online to the participants. The collected data was tabulated, interpreted and analyzed by the used of statistical measures. The study aimed to gauge the awareness level of students on IoT and its potential applications, identify the factors that influence their awareness, and provide insights for technological advancement in education. The findings of this study will help faculty members and administrators to develop strategies to enhance student awareness and equip them with the necessary skills for innovation and technological advancement.  The survey collected data using Likert-scale questions. The data was collected through frequency and percentage distribution, mean and standard deviation. The analysis is done using descriptive analysis (mean and standard deviation) and correlational analysis (Pearson r  Product Moment Correlation Coefficient which aimed to assess awareness of IoT among college students and its relationship with technological advancement. The regression model shows how IoT Role, Characteristics, and Importance predict Technological Advancement. Only two components are significant predictors: The three subcategories under the level of awareness on IoT (Role, Characteristics, and Importance) have a significant relationship with the level of technological advancement when correlated individually.