...Impact of Social…. Abasyn Journal of Social Sciences Vol. 5 No. 2 Shahzad Khan 56 Impact of Social Networking Websites on Students Shahzad Khan1 Abstract The purpose of this research study is to explore the impact of social networking websites on students. A research questionnaire was designed to determine the factors of social networking websites that have impact on students. Variables identified are age, gender, education, social influence and academic performance. 168 respondents that were only students were randomly selected. The study concluded that students whose age range from 15 to 25 mostly use social networking websites for entertainment. 60% of male students commonly used social networking websites for knowledge. Graduation students generally prefer social networking websites for entertainment. From this research study it was also found that people can use social networking websites due to social influence. This study determines that most of students use social networking websites due to their friends and its total average is 67.3% of total sample. Students having 3.0 to 3.5 GPA (Grade Point Average) mostly use social networking websites for entertainment. Key words: Social Networking Websites, Entertainment, Students and KPK Pakistan. 1Shahzad Khan, Lecturer City University of Science and Information Technology Peshawar Pakistan. Internet is a very important element of life which cannot be ignored. Internet is used for educational purpose by a large...
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...Background of the Study: The research investigates the impacts of social networking websites on undergraduate students’ performance at Technology College Sarawak. The variables identified are age, gender, education, social influence and academic performance. Questionnaire will be design based on the requirement to determine the reasons and factors that affect the students’ performance and will be distributed to 30 correspondents, which consist of students in Technology College Sarawak. Social networking is the grouping of individuals into specific groups, like small rural communities or a neighborhood subdivision, if one’s will. Although social networking is possible in person, especially in the workplace, universities, and high schools, it is most popular online. An online social networking is a place where people build social relations by sharing information’s, interests, activities, or their real lives connections too. It allows users to communicate with each other without limits and boundaries. When it comes to online social networking, websites are commonly used. These websites are known as social sites. Social networking websites function like an online community of internet users. Depending on the website in question, many of these online community members share common interests in hobbies, religion, politics and alternative lifestyles. Once the user is granted access to a social networking website they can begin to socialize. This socialization may...
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...of the common uses of our generation today is the social networking. We are having fun using gadgets, face books, twitter, MySpace and other social network site just to connect with our friends, acquaintances and also family. This study focuses on determining the effects of social networking on the academic performance of students if social network are really the reason why most of the students can’t concentrate on their academic activities. The importance of this study is very helpful to our young generation. In this study we can simply determined the bad and good effects of this social networking sites to the class or academic performance of the students. This study will let the people know how or what are they going to use in order for them to safe or to avoid some danger. This study will guide the student and lead them to a better academic performance inside or outside the school. Here in Philippines, people tend to follow the trending activities, especially, the students. They are the first who would adopt new things particularly in social networking sites. It can be an advantage or disadvantage to the students on their academic performance. Students in the Philippines have opened their lines to the public through these. Through this people can stalk you wherever you are, people will know all your personal information that can be used for or against you. In this case, students are one of the victims. Social networking sites (SNSs) such as MySpace, Facebook, Youtube, Skype...
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...University Attarkhel, Jorpati Effects of social networking sites among Higher Secondary School students in Kathmandu Declaration sheet Acknowledgement Table of contents List of abbreviations CHAPTER I Abstract Introduction: Social networking sites (SNSs) have created a new social dimension where in youths are highly attracted toward it. It has become the most important communication tools among students. The growth and popularity of the social networks has a high impact on the development of the students in the field of personality, attitudes, knowledge and on its whole academic performance in classroom. Objective: The aim of the research is to study the effect of SNSs usage on academic performance and social life among higher secondary level students. Materials and methods: This will be the descriptive, comparative cross-sectional study. Self administered questionnaires will be distributed to students. Respondents will be selected using simple random sampling technique. Key words: social networking, higher secondary, impact of social media Background Social network sites is web-based services that allow individuals to construct a public or semi-public profile within a bounded system, articulate a list of other users with whom they share a connection, and view and traverse their list of connections and those made by others within the system.[1] According to online Cambridge dictionary a social networking sites is a website that is designed to help people...
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...Social networking sites have both positive and negative effects. According to WhatIs.com, Social networking is “the practice of expanding the number of one’s business and/or social contacts by making connections through individuals.’’ For many around the globe, the use of social networks has become part and parcel of life. Students or youths in particular have made browsing social networking sites a daily habit. The use of social networks has enabled networking around the world very simple and has made individuals do away with engaging themselves in sporting activities as many prefer to chat online. This essay outlines some of the positive impacts and drawbacks of social networking. Firstly social networking sites encourage individuals not to limit their social life by seeking friends around the world through networking. People who have never met are able to share experiences and common interests. In addition, lifetime friendships can be built through social networking. According to a Science Daily article (http://www.sciencedaily.com/2011, p.1) students state that social networking helps them to further improve and maintain friendships, make new friends, stay in touch with family et cetra. This shows that overall social networking sites can be very influential when it comes to friendship. Secondly, every student is unique in their own way; some are able to express themselves openly while others are shy in nature. Social networking facilitates open communication, leading to...
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...Literature Impact of Social Networking Websites on Students Author: Shahzad Khan Abasyn Journal of Social Sciences Vol. 5 No. 2 http://aupc.info/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/V5I2-5.pdf According to Charlene Li et al (2007) student activity on social networking sites focuses on communicating with each other. The most popular activities done by students and users on social networking sites revolve around looking at profiles of one another, searching for someone here and there, or updating one’s own profile, eavesdropping (sensing others activities on social networking websites and analyzing their posts). Media and content related activities like looking for an event, watching online videos, or listening to music and news. The ratios of these common activities which are almost practiced by almost every social networking websites user are calculated. Greenhow & Robelia (2009), Madge et al (2009) & Selwyn (2009) point of view social networking websites best serve educational goal and objectives by connecting students through such informal methods as it allows student through the process of collaborative sense making. Some of social networking websites are specifically specified for educational environment including linkedin.com which is fully featured for education purpose and let user to updates his educational credential and make a professional connections. In addition to the above statement Ellision et al (2007) & Lampe et al (2008) also stated that social networking...
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...Hermanqi. (2011). The Effects of Social Networking on kids. Retrieved January 12, 2013, from http://www.buzzle.com/articles/the-effects-of-social- networking-on-kids.html Armstrong, Steve. (2012). Negative Effects Of Social Networking Sites For Students. Retrieved January 12, 2013, from http://www.business2community.com/social- media/negative-effects-of-social- networking-sites-for-students-0311887. Yang, Heng-Li & Tang, Jhi-Hsin. (2003). Effects of Social Network on Students Performance: A Web-Based Forum Study in Taiwan. Retrieved January 12, 2013, from http://sloanconsortium.org/jaln/v7n3/effects-social-network-students039-performance- web-based-forum-study-taiwan Blogger, Guest. (2012). Negative Effects of Social Networking for Students. Retrieved January 12, 2013, from http://performancing.com/negative-effects-of-social-networking-sites-for- students Sameer, Misna. (2011). Impact of Social Networking Sites on Youth. Retrieved January 12, 2013, from http://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2011/06/social-networking-impact-youth/ Mackey, Robert. (2009). The Health Effects of Social Networking. Retrieved January 12, 2013, from http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/02/24/the-health-effects-of-social-networking Yang Su, Eleanor. (2011). Social networking helps students perform better, professor says...
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...g Impact of Social Networking on Children, Adolescents, and Families Impact of Social Networking on Children, Adolescents, and Families Social networking has become very popular over the years. Social networks are not hard to find. Many social networks like Facebook, Twitter, Tumbler, and YouTube are already preloaded on many devices. Social networking plays an important part in many people lives. 93% of young people in an America between the ages of twelve and seventeen are using the Internet(AndersonButcheretal., 2010). Ninety three percent of college student report having a Facebook account (Sheldon, 2008) and these numbers are only increasing. Social networking sites allow you to find and connect with just about anyone, from a coworker at your job to your childhood friend that you have known for thirty years. Social networks also enhance learning opportunities to students who want to explore deeper into a subject or for students that are having difficulties in school. But like every other good thing social networking has its ups but as well as it downs. Social networking can have many negative affect on children adolescents, and adults. For instance cyber bullying and privacy concern are a couple of issues people have today with social networking. One of social networking main use is for socialization and communication. Social networking is very convenient for children and adults with busy lives and schedules. Social networks like Facebook and Twitter make talking...
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...STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AS INFLUENCED BY THE USE OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES AND OTHER ONLINE ACTIVITIES Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION Background of the Study In this age of globalization, the advent of internet is something that has shaken almost all spheres of personal, social and professional human life. Wikipedia.org, 2012 cited that with the rapid growth of people who use or have access to the Internet, millions of people can stay connected together using the web provision called Social Networking Sites (SNSs). According to Chelly and Mataillet, 2012 that social networking sites are interactive web links that give people an opportunity to create, share and publish information, build communities and communicate around the world. Specifically, social networking is a common online activity that allows people to communicate with those they would not usually have contact with and this communication includes information, news, ideas, pictures, technology, cultural practices, and anything else that people can say to each other in face to face interactions (wikia.com, 2012). Moreover, SNSs provide place for other online activities like searching information, gaming, shopping, viewing videos, listening music, uploading and viewing pictures, reading posts, blogging, and online banking; and, those activities are positively the reason why many students are interested in checking out these sites (Asilo et al, 2010). Indeed, a study in the USA revealed that teenagers are keen...
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...IJCSI.org 407 The Impact of Social Media and Social Networks on Education and Students of Pakistan Waqas Tariq1, Madiha Mehboob2, M. Asfandyar Khan1 and FaseeUllah3 1 Department of Computer Science, City University of Science & Information Technology, Peshawar – Pakistan 2 Department of Management Sciences City University of Science & Information Technology, Peshawar – Pakistan 3 Department of Science & Technology Unit UMM AL QURA University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia Abstract The impact of social websites can be good on students but if we have a closer look on the real impact of social networks. Today it is ruining the future and carrier of students. The social networking websites like https://www.linkedin.com, http://www.facebook.com/, https://twitter.com/ and https://www.orkut.com/ etc. are continuously distracting students from their studies. The main focus of student should be education but unfortunately today’s student are emphasizing on such sites which can be a complete wastage of time. Social Networks was only an electronic connection between users but unfortunately it has become an addiction for students, teenagers and even adults. This paper presents impact of social networks on education, students and impact on life of teenagers, further it describes how social networking websites are auditory and dangerous for youth and teenagers. Keywords: Social Networking, Education, Students, Impact of Social Networks. 1. Introduction ...
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...Recommendation Negatives Not everyone in the 21st century thinks about the negative effects of having social networking accounts - but simple things like not setting your privacy settings properly or liking someone's photo can have bad results. Cyberbullying can be a problem as people can take advantage of the fact that there is no one who can effectively stop the bullying when it happens, due to everything being performed behind a screen. The only way for a bully to be stopped is if they are reported and victims may be too intimidated to do it. Social networking can also ruin relationships as people may get jealous if they find out their boyfriend or girlfriend is exchanging messages with other people. It can also be a waste of time as people can visit a site to check on thing and end up spending the whole day 'behind the screen' and as a result, not doing anything useful with their lives. Positives Social networking has lots of good points You can express yourself, showing off your favourite song lyrics or posting pictures of your new outfit. It is a lot harder to feel embarrassment over the internet than in person, so people find it easier to vent their feelings on sites like Facebook. In fact, it has become so much a part of people's lives that you can learn someone's life story just by checking their page. Their friends, likes and dislikes, relationship status, phone number, address…everything. You can share your feelings and your mental stresses - and it is a great way...
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...fabric of everyday life until they are indistinguishable from it". (Weiser, 1991). Social networking is a phenomenon which has existed since society began. Human beings have always sought to live in social environment. The social networks as Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and others are all “virtual places” where people find themselves and share information. Nowadays, social networks are the best tools for communication, though in the first place they were used only for university purposes, where students and colleagues stayed in contact with each other after works or studies. What currently has become the subject of many debates are the various effects that these social networks have on human life, effects such as social impact, health issues and business affair. Some studies imply that social networks could have negative impact on people social health. These can cause people to stray from reality and immerse themselves in the virtual world of social community. “Instead of meeting people in person, they spend more time in front of the computer screens checking what the virtual friends are doing.” A social networking phenomenon has emerged over the past five years. In that time, social networking sites (SNS) have grown from a niche to a mass online activity, in which tens of millions of internet users are engaged, both in their leisure time, and at work. Social Networking Sites (SNS) are one of the most popular topics being talked about by the college students in New Era University...
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...Are social media sites good or bad for middle schoolers? According to Procon.org that published, “Background of the Issue,” 76% of the people around the world use social media sites to connect with other family members and friends. Everyone can stay connected to people around the world by sharing videos, thoughts, and images. There are many social media sites that are used around the world, and some examples would be Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat, which all have similar ways to interact with others globally. Social media has some risks, but is also very beneficial for middle schoolers. Social media sites are good for students in middle school because they can make new friends and relationships, shy students can learn to communicate...
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...IMPACT OF SOCIAL NETWORKING WEBSITES ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS DR.JANGAIAH REEBA SARA KOSHY Introduction • Social Networking Websites (SNS) provides a virtual social space for individuals. • Popular SNSs are Facebook,Google+,Twitter • 1.2 billion worldwide SNS users • SNS Usage in India: Age Group 13-17 is 20.6% • Tools of teenage communication -Wall posts, status updates, thumbs up etc… NEED AND SIGNIFICANCE • Internet – center of communication • SNS an unavoidable part of adolescent lifestyle • SNS affect internal and external growth of adolescents • This study will help: School administrators Parents Teachers Students PROBLEM STATEMENT This study is aimed at determining the impact of social networking websites on the social behaviour and academic performance of the secondary school students. OBJECTIVES To study • The extent of exposure to SNS by secondary school students. • The impact of SNS on student’s social behavior ;interactions and disruptive behavior • The impact of SNS on academic performance • Suggest the need for awareness about influences of SNS in students • Suggest appropriate curricular activities to develop self-discipline while using SNS in students REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE • Thembekile.O.Mayayise (2008): Social impact of internet on high school learners • John Manual C.Asilo et al. (2010): influence of SNS on interpersonal relationships of students(age group:12-16) • Kaitlyn Flad...
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...International Journal of Arts and Commerce Vol. 2 No. 1 January 2013 The Effects of Social Networking Sites on the Academic Performance of Students in College of Applied Sciences, Nizwa, Oman. Saba Mehmood Faculty, Department of Communication Studies, Nizwa College of Applied Sciences, Ministry of Higher Education, P.O.Box: 699 --Nizwa PC: 611, Sultanate of Oman. Tarang Taswir Faculty, Depsartment of Communication Studies, Nizwa College of Applied Sciences, Ministry of Higher Education, P.O.Box: 699 --Nizwa PC: 611, Sultanate of Oman. Abstract The research investigates pedagogical impacts of social networking sites on undergraduate students at the College of Applied Sciences (CAS), Nizwa, Oman. Blogs, wikis, tweets, RSS feeds, discussion boards, podcasts are educational nodes in a huge network. The study tabulates the usage of these web2.0 applications and their impact on linguistic and social behaviors of young learners. The demographic segmentation constructs a framework to evaluate social tools and e-learning technologies popular amongst learners. The results of empirical evidence explore classroom and social software as paradigms that build young knowledgeable societies. It studies variables that examine the effectiveness of these social tools in knowledge sharing and general awareness of student communities. Keywords: Social networking, E-learning, Communication, Academic performance, Oman. 1. Introduction: The Oman government's decision to increase...
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