The Impact of Implementing a Web-Based E-Attendance System on Enhancing Student Learning Motivation in Vocational High Schools

The increasing use of technology in education has opened new possibilities for improving student motivation and attendance management, particularly in vocational high schools, where consistent attendance is essential for skill acquisition. This study aims to evaluate the impact of a web-based e-attendance system on enhancing student motivation and attendance consistency. A quasi-experimental design was employed, involving 35 students, with an intervention group and a control group. The Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test was used to analyze pretest and posttest attendance data due to the non-normal distribution of the data. The intervention group was provided with a web-based e-attendance system, while the control group used traditional methods. The analysis revealed a significant improvement in the intervention group's attendance consistency, with an effect size of 0.71 and a p-value of 0.000, indicating a strong positive impact of the e-attendance system. The control group showed no significant changes in attendance. The findings suggest that the web-based e-attendance system enhances student accountability by providing real-time feedback, which leads to better attendance and higher motivation. The system also enables early identification of absenteeism patterns, allowing for timely interventions. Involving parents in monitoring further supports student motivation. Overall, the system plays a key role in improving student outcomes in vocational high schools. The web-based e-attendance system significantly improves attendance consistency and student motivation in vocational education, making it a valuable tool for enhancing student engagement and academic performance.