Decryption of Attendance Monitoring of Senior High School Students at ACTEC Using Zebra Crossing Algorithm

Abstract

This study focused on developing an attendance monitoring system for senior high school students at Asian Caregiving and Technology Education Centers, Inc. (ACTEC) using the Zebra Crossing (ZXing) algorithm to enhance efficiency and data security. The application functioned as an online platform where teachers could monitor attendance through QR codes, addressing the manual method’s inefficiencies, which are time-consuming and prone to record-keeping errors. By implementing a two-layered security feature, including a verification code and location-based access, the system enhanced data protection, reducing the risk of attendance manipulation by unauthorized individuals or students attempting to falsely log attendance remotely. The results indicated that the new system improved attendance reliability and integrity by allowing only authorized, on-site students to log attendance, with immediate implications for improved record accuracy, administrative efficiency, and secure data handling. Moreover, these measures safeguarded against potential security breaches and unauthorized access, which are critical as educational institutions increasingly adopt digital systems. Thus, this study suggests that integrating multi-layered security with QR code technology could serve as a model for similar attendance monitoring systems, ultimately contributing to a more trustworthy, cost-effective, and streamlined educational management process.