Abstract
The purpose of the study is to determine the readiness of Filipino teachers and students for the
challenges of digital technology, which impacts greatly on the teaching-learning process that
should prepare the youth to be ready with the skills and competencies required for the
economic, trade and communications integration in the ASEAN and the movement towards
Globalization. Respondents were grouped as Digital Immigrants/ Generation X, Digital
Natives/ Generation Y, and Cloud Natives/ Generation Z. Through mixed method research –
sequential explanatory design, data was gathered to know if there is a significant difference in
the digital literacies of the respondents based on their profile which considered age, sex
education, and civil status; and on how Information and Communication Technology ( ICT )
influence the teaching-learning process. The study showed that only the attribute education
influence the significant difference, and solely in the digital information literacy of the three
groups of respondents who underwent digital technology skills assessment; and were rated as
either Beginner, Capable or Competent. Recommendations include a separate Digital Literacy
Program for teachers and students which is modular and progressive, based on their present
level of competency. Students can be empowered to help build the capacity of their peers, staff
and school community in the use of digital technologies, by providing and promoting ICT
leadership opportunities, and by showcasing students’ digital work.
Keywords : information & communication technology, digital literacy