International Journal of Learning and Education
Vol 2 No 1 (2026): International Journal of Learning and Education (IJLE)

On App: A Reward-Based Classroom Management App In Improving Learners’ On-Task Behavior

Crestyl Mae Pacheco (Mindanao State University – General Santos)
Charmaine Amoroso (Mindanao State University – General Santos)
Divine Grace Pagalan (Mindanao State University – General Santos)
Jovar G. Pantao (Mindanao State University – General Santos)
Precy M. Regalado (Mindanao State University – General Santos)
Diane Mae P. Ulanday-Lozano (Mindanao State University – General Santos)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study examined the effectiveness of a reward-based classroom management application in improving learners’ on-task behavior, a common challenge for pre-service teachers. Grounded in Behaviorist Theory and positive reinforcement, it explored how a reward-based system influences learner behavior. An explanatory single-case study with qualitative elements was conducted among twenty (20) pre-service teachers at Pedro Acharon Sr. Central Elementary School in General Santos City during the 2025–2026 academic year. Data were collected through pre- and post-intervention interviews over a 20-day implementation, where the application was used in individual and group activities. Before the intervention, learners showed low engagement, limited attention, disruptive behavior, and poor collaboration. After implementation, improvements were observed in focus, participation, task compliance, and behavior. Features such as rewards, immediate feedback, and visual design supported sustained attention and on-task behavior. The study concludes that the application effectively improves learners’ on-task behavior and supports classroom management among pre-service teachers. Therefore, it is recommended that school administrators, teachers, and pre-service teachers integrate reward-based digital classroom management tools to improve learner engagement and classroom behavior, while future researchers further examine their effectiveness in different educational contexts. Keywords: On-task behavior, reward-based classroom management, classroom behavior.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJLE

Publisher

Subject

Education Other

Description

International Journal of Learning and Education is a high-quality, open-access, peer-reviewed research journal published by the NAJAHA Education Development Center (NEDC). IJLE provides a platform that welcomes and acknowledges high-quality empirical original research papers about education written ...