Assessing the Impact of Teaching-Learning Materials on Student Competency in Application Development and Emerging Technologies: An Experimental Study

Abstract

The integration of structured teaching-learning materials in technology education is crucial for enhancing student competency in application development and emerging technologies. This study employed an experimental research design involving two groups: an experimental group (30 learners) that utilized structured instructional materials and a control group (35 learners) that followed traditional methods. The study assessed three key objectives: (1) evaluating student learning outcomes before and after using the materials, (2) analyzing learners’ engagement and skills acquisition, and (3) determining the relationship between material effectiveness and student performance. Pre-test results showed no significant difference between the groups (p > 0.05), but post-test scores revealed a significant improvement in the experimental group (M = 85.4, SD = 4.3) compared to the control group (M = 76.8, SD = 5.1, p < 0.01). Furthermore, correlation analysis indicated a strong positive relationship (r = 0.78, p < 0.01) between material effectiveness and student performance. These findings confirm that well-structured instructional materials significantly enhance comprehension, engagement, and practical skill acquisition. The study contributes empirical evidence to the field of emerging technology education, addressing gaps in instructional material effectiveness. It is recommended that adaptive learning technologies and industry-aligned curriculum enhancements be further explored to optimize student learning and career readiness.