Authors : Ladylou B. Dejacto; Genelyn R. Baluyos

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26May1632

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Abstract : In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, integrating technology and fostering collaboration are essential in sustaining teachers’ motivation and commitment to the profession. This study examined the influence of technology integration on teacher collaboration and motivation to stay in the teaching profession among 172 elementary teachers in the first four districts of the Ozamiz City Division during the school year 2025–2026. The study employed quantitative, explanatory, correlational design with a mediation analysis. Respondents were selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using three instruments: Technology Integration Questionnaire, Teacher Collaboration Questionnaire, and Motivation to Stay in the Teaching Profession Questionnaire, and were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Spearman correlation, regression, and mediation analysis. Results revealed that teachers demonstrated very high levels of technology integration, collaboration, and motivation to remain in the profession. Significant relationships were found among technology integration, teacher collaboration, and motivation to stay. Multimedia integration, shared vision and goals, and support and shared leadership significantly predicted motivation. Teacher collaboration partially mediated the relationship between technology integration and motivation, indicating both direct and indirect effects. The combined influence of effective technology integration and collaborative professional practices strengthens teachers’ motivation to stay in the profession. Schools may enhance teacher retention by strengthening collaborative structures and supporting meaningful integration of technology in instructional and professional activities.

Keywords : Instructional Innovation, Mediation, Professional Commitment, Teacher Engagement, Teacher Retention.

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