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Impact of Social Media On Students Research Paper

This research investigates the impact of social media on university students' academic performance, finding that moderate use can aid collaborative learning while excessive use leads to distractions and lower GPAs. A survey of 200 students revealed a moderate negative correlation between social media usage and GPA, with those spending over 3 hours daily averaging a GPA of 2.6. The study concludes that balancing social media use is essential for enhancing educational outcomes.

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Impact of Social Media On Students Research Paper

This research investigates the impact of social media on university students' academic performance, finding that moderate use can aid collaborative learning while excessive use leads to distractions and lower GPAs. A survey of 200 students revealed a moderate negative correlation between social media usage and GPA, with those spending over 3 hours daily averaging a GPA of 2.6. The study concludes that balancing social media use is essential for enhancing educational outcomes.

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The Impact of Social Media on Student

Performance
By: John Doe

Date: June 01, 2025


Abstract
This research explores how the use of social media affects academic performance among
university students. Based on surveys and existing literature, the paper analyzes patterns of
social media usage, its impact on study habits, and correlations with GPA. The findings
suggest that while moderate use may support collaborative learning, excessive engagement
leads to distraction and lower academic outcomes.

Introduction
Social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have revolutionized
communication, especially among young adults. University students, in particular, are
among the most active users of these platforms. This paper aims to investigate the
relationship between social media usage and academic performance.

Literature Review
Previous studies have shown mixed results regarding social media's effect on student
performance. Some researchers suggest that social platforms can support peer learning and
academic collaboration, while others point to increased distractions and procrastination.
For example, Junco (2012) found a negative correlation between Facebook usage and GPA,
while Kirschner & Karpinski (2010) reported that heavy Facebook users scored
significantly lower grades.

Methodology
A quantitative approach was adopted for this study. A survey was conducted among 200
university students from various faculties. The survey included questions related to daily
time spent on social media, primary usage purpose (entertainment vs. educational), and
self-reported GPA. Data were analyzed using correlation analysis to determine relationships
between usage patterns and academic performance.

Data and Analysis


The analysis revealed a moderate negative correlation (r = -0.45) between time spent on
social media and GPA. Students spending more than 3 hours per day on social media had a
mean GPA of 2.6, compared to 3.4 for those who used social media for less than 1 hour daily.
Students who used social media for educational purposes reported higher GPAs than those
using it purely for entertainment.
Conclusion
The study concludes that while social media can be a useful educational tool, excessive and
non-educational use is associated with poorer academic outcomes. Students should be
guided to balance their digital habits to enhance learning rather than hinder it.

References
Junco, R. (2012). The relationship between frequency of Facebook use, participation in
Facebook activities, and student engagement. Computers & Education, 58(1), 162-171.

Kirschner, P. A., & Karpinski, A. C. (2010). Facebook and academic performance. Computers
in Human Behavior, 26(6), 1237-1245.

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