  The integration of information and communication technology (ICT) has become
increasingly vital across various educational fields, including physical
education (PE). This study aimed to evaluate the proficiency levels of PE
teachers in using various ICT applications and to examine the relationship
between the perceived importance of ICT proficiency for teaching and learning,
career advancement, and actual proficiency among Senior High school PE teachers
in the municipality of Mexico, Pampanga. This study employed a quantitative
descriptive approach. PE teachers from the municipality of Mexico, Pampanga,
were selected as the respondents. This study used a two-part survey. The first
section collected demographic data, such as age, gender, rank/position, and
years of teaching experience, and the second section assessed ICT skill levels
and the perceived importance of ICT in teaching, learning, and career
progression. The results revealed that the majority of PE teachers had access
to ICT resources. However, their proficiency levels with these tools varied
significantly. Factors such as age, teaching experience, and professional
position were found to significantly influence teachers proficiency and their
perceptions of the benefits of ICT integration in PE instruction. The study
provided a glimpse of the current state of ICT integration among Senior High
school PE teachers in Mexico, Pampanga, Philippines. This also highlights areas
of improvement. The study suggests that policymakers, administrators, and
training program developers should focus on enhancing the ICT proficiency of PE
teachers to improve teaching practices and student engagement. Enhancing the
ICT proficiency of PE teachers is recommended to foster better teaching
experiences, increase student engagement, and promote overall educational
outcomes.
