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Effects of Social Media On Academic Performance

The literature review examines the debate around the impact of social media on students' academic performance. Some research has found that frequent social media use is associated with lower GPAs, while other studies find little to no significant effect. Additionally, moderation in social media use can have positive effects, but excessive multitasking may hurt grades. Social media could potentially benefit learning if used to collaborate with peers and experts. Overall, the impact is complex with evidence on both sides, and moderation and educational usage of social media is important.

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Effects of Social Media On Academic Performance

The literature review examines the debate around the impact of social media on students' academic performance. Some research has found that frequent social media use is associated with lower GPAs, while other studies find little to no significant effect. Additionally, moderation in social media use can have positive effects, but excessive multitasking may hurt grades. Social media could potentially benefit learning if used to collaborate with peers and experts. Overall, the impact is complex with evidence on both sides, and moderation and educational usage of social media is important.

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EFFECTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

Candidates:

Centre: Herbert Morrison Technical High

Centre Number: 100047

Teacher: Ms Lawrence

Year: 2022-2023

Territory: Jamaica

Problem Statement: What is the impact of social media on the academic performance of grade

11 students at Herbert Morrison Technical High?


TABLE OF CONTENTS

 Acknowledgement

 Introduction

- Problem Statement and Purpose of Research

- Educational Value of Research

- Technical Terms Used in Research

 Literature Review

 Data Collection Sources

 Presentation of Data

 Analysis of Data

 Discussion of Findings

 Conclusion

 Bibliography

 Appendix
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Firstly, we would like to thank God for the strength needed to complete this IA. Secondly, we

would like to thank our teacher, Miss Lawrence, for supporting and guiding us. Lastly, we would

like to thank each other for working together well on this project.
INTRODUCTION

Purpose of Research

This investigation focuses on the topic “The Impact of Social Media on Academic Performance

of Grade 11 Students at Herbert Morrison Technical High School”. The increase in social media

usage among students of different age groups has led to an increase in concerns from the

educational system and family heads alike on the effects of social media usage on the academic

performance of their students and children respectively. This research aims to analyze the impact

of social media usage on a student’s academic performance by assessing its negatives and

positives. This will eventually generate a greater understanding of the effects and promote action

from members of the education system.

Problem Statement

Social media is extremely popular amongst young people as the main method of communication.

They share memes, read tweets, and socialize in every form in every spectrum. To many parents

and senior persons, it is seen as a waste of time and a deterrent to academic success and prowess.

As the Herbert Morrison Technical High School grade 11 students begin to prepare for their

CSEC exams, there is a rise in the need for the use of technology to study, the same technology

the students use to communicate on social media. Teachers have observed a decrease in the

grades of the grade 11 students. In lieu of this fact, the question is: “What is the impact of social

media on the academic performance of grade 11 students at Herbert Morrison Technical High?
Values of the Research

This research focuses on “social media” and its impact on the academic performance of grade

eleven students at HMTHS. The research aims to investigate the relationship between grade 11

students’ academic performance and the time spent on various social media platforms. The data

gained from this investigation will offer clear insight to parents and teachers as to what steps

need to be taken to mitigate the decline in the productivity and academic performance of their

child and student respectively. Additionally, this research seeks to assess the possibility of social

media having a benefit to academic performance, so that teachers can incorporate it into their

teaching.

Technical Terms used in the Research


Research Questions

1. What are the main social media platforms used by young people today?

2. Does social media improve learning ability?

3. How can the impact of social media usage be mitigated?

4. Can social media impact the grades of a teenager positively?

5. Does social media have long term effects?


LITERATURE REVIEW

The impact of social media on the academic performance of grade 11 students is a topic that has

garnered a lot of attention in recent years. While some argue that social media has a negative

impact on students’ grades, others believe that it has little to no effect. In this literature review,

we will examine both sides of the argument, drawing upon a range of sources including journals,

articles, and research papers, and include quotes and data from the authors.

A study published in the Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange found

that social media use can have a negative impact on academic performance. According to

Kirschner and Karpinski (2010), “Frequent Facebook users had lower grade point averages

(GPAs) than infrequent users.” The study found that students who used Facebook for more than

an hour a day had an average GPA of 3.06, while those who used it for less than an hour had an

average GPA of 3.82.

On the other hand, a research paper by Oberst, Engelberg, and Pentz (2012) published in the

International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Research found that the impact of social

media on academic performance is statistically non-significant. The authors state, “The results of

our study suggest that social media use has only a small, non-significant effect on academic

performance.”
An article by Fried and Aricak (2014) published in the Journal of Educational Psychology took a

closer look at the relationship between multitasking and academic performance. The authors

found that while multitasking, including the use of social media, can lead to decreased academic

performance, it can also have positive effects when used in moderation. As the authors explain,

“Moderation in multitasking behaviors was associated with better academic performance.”

In addition to the debate surrounding the overall impact of social media on academic

performance, there is also discussion about the ways in which social media use can be beneficial

for students. For instance, social media can be a useful tool for students to collaborate and

connect with peers and experts in their field. According to Kirschner and Karpinski (2010),

“Social media can provide opportunities for students to connect with experts in their field and

collaborate with peers, thereby enhancing their educational experience.”

In conclusion, the impact of social media on the academic performance of grade 11 students is a

complex issue with evidence to support both sides of the argument. While some studies have

found that social media use is associated with lower grades, other research suggests that this

relationship is largely accounted for by other factors. Furthermore, there is evidence to suggest

that social media can be a valuable tool for enhancing the academic performance of students,

provided it is used in a responsible and educational manner. Overall, it is important for

educators, students, and parents to carefully consider the ways in which social media is used and

to encourage responsible and educational usage.

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