This study presents the design, development, and evaluation of iSign, an Android-based educational mobile application developed to support sign language learning among deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in rural communities. The project was conducted using a research and development (R&D) approach guided by the ADDIE instructional design framework. A preliminary needs assessment, based on municipal records and field validation, revealed limited access to structured sign language education and assistive learning resources in selected barangays of Odiongan, Romblon. The iSign application was designed as a user-centered and accessible mobile learning tool incorporating alphabet learning (A–Z), number recognition (0–9), a dictionary containing 160 commonly used vocabulary words with definitions and corresponding sign language video demonstrations, and multimedia content such as nursery rhyme songs interpreted in sign language. The system was developed using Android Studio and structured to support offline accessibility to accommodate low-connectivity environments. The application was evaluated in terms of functional suitability, performance efficiency, compatibility, usability, reliability, security, maintainability, and portability. Twenty-one community participants and four information technology experts assessed the system using a five-point Likert scale. The overall weighted mean rating of 4.0 (“Agree”) indicates that the developed application met acceptable software quality standards and user satisfaction levels. The findings demonstrate that iSign is a functional and accessible mobile learning application that can serve as a supplementary tool for sign language education in underserved communities.

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This paper presents the design, development, and evaluation of the REDI Monitoring System, a web-based platform aimed at enhancing the management and monitoring of funded research projects at Romblon State University (RSU). The system provides streamlined functionalities for proposal creation, submission, collaborator management, and administrative oversight, tailored to the needs of both students and faculty members. The development process adhered to established software engineering standards to ensure robustness and usability. A comprehensive testing phase was conducted with 50 participants, including students and faculty, following the ISO/IEC/IEEE 29119 software testing framework. Results demonstrated high user satisfaction, with over 90% of participants finding the system user-friendly and reliable. Minor areas for improvement were identified in notification delivery and interface responsiveness for faculty users. The REDI Monitoring System presents an effective and efficient solution that supports RSU’s research administration processes, fostering greater collaboration and transparency in funded research activities.

This study investigates user acceptance of the IBON Monitoring system, a mobile app that uses image recognition to identify bird species. Using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), it surveyed 100 faculty and students at Romblon State University to assess factors like perceived usefulness, ease of use, computer literacy, and self-efficacy. Results showed that usefulness and ease of use significantly influence user attitudes and intentions. The findings suggest actionable recommendations for improving IBON system adoption, including training programs to enhance computer literacy and self-efficacy and strategies to demonstrate the system’s relevance to user needs. Future research should explore additional external factors, such as cultural influences and user experience design, and conduct longitudinal studies to assess sustained use and impact on biodiversity monitoring outcomes. This study underscores the importance of fostering user acceptance to maximize the potential of innovative technologies like IBON Monitoring in advancing biodiversity conservation efforts.