📄 Abstract
The rapid evolution of educational technology necessitates a comprehensive understanding of its integration into specialized fields like Industrial Arts Education. This study critically evaluates the effectiveness and applicability of innovative mobile teaching applications?specifically virtual reality simulations, gamification platforms, and personalized learning environments?in augmenting the teaching-learning process for Industrial Education students. Through a mixed-methods approach comprising a focused literature review, semi-structured instructor interviews, and comprehensive student surveys, the research examined the perceived efficacy of "EveryCircuit" for electronics, "Welducation" for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and "Car Mechanic Simulator 21" for automotive mechanics. Employing a quantitative descriptive research design, survey questionnaires utilizing a 5-point Likert scale were administered, and data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, primarily weighted means. Results consistently indicate a significant increase in student engagement, motivation, and knowledge retention, alongside an improved understanding of complex technical concepts. These findings underscore the imperative for continuous exploration of emerging teaching technologies and advocate for their structured, evidence-based integration into Industrial Arts curricula to foster a more dynamic, accessible, and practical learning environment.
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📚 How to Cite:
Marilyn M. Soliman. EdD, Ethel Joy V. Sebastian. MAEd , EVALUATING THE POTENTIAL OF NEW TEACHING APPLICATIONS AS INTEGRAL COMPONENTS OF INDUSTRIAL ARTS EDUCATION , Volume 11 , Issue 6, june 2025, EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR) ,