The present study was conducted to investigate the influence of social media usage intensity, self-esteem, and emotional stability on academic performance of undergraduate students. The sample size of the current study was (N = 165). Data was collected from the public sector universities (University of Sahiwal, UOO, and GCUF); and both male and female students were include in the study. Social Networking Activity Intensity Scale, Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale, and Neuroticism subscale of Big Five Inventory were used to measure social media usage intensity, self-esteem, and emotional stability respectively. SPSS-26 was used for the analysis of data. Results showed that social media has negative correlation with academic performance, and self-esteem has no significant impact on academic performance. However, emotional stability showed positive correlation with academic performance. Results also revealed that there were non-significant gender differences in all variables.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Background of the Study
- 1.2 Problem of Statement
- 1.3 Research Objectives
- 1.4 Research Hypothesis
- 1.5 Significance of the Study
- 1.6 Scope of the Study
- 1.7 Definition of Key terms
- Chapter 2: LITERATURE REVIEW
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Academic Performance
- 2.2.1 Functional Definitions
- 2.2.1.1 Genres of Definition Regarding academic Performance
- 2.2.2 Significance of Academic Performance
- 2.3 Social Media
- 2.3.1 Functional Definition of Social Media
- 2.3.1.1 Subtypes of Social Media
- 2.3.2 The Seven Functional Blocks of Social Media
- 2.3.3 Popularity of Social Media Among Students
- 2.3.4 Impacts of Social Media on Students
- 2.4 Self Esteem
- 2.4.1 Functional Definition of Self Esteem
- 2.4.2 Influence of Self Esteem in Students' Academics
- 2.4.3 Influence of Gender Differences in Self Esteem
- 2.4.4 Related Theories of Self Esteem
- 2.4.4.1 Maslow Hierarchy of Needs
- 2.5 Emotional Stability
- 2.5.1 Functional Definition of Emotional Stability
- 2.5.2 Five Factor Model of Personality
- 2.5.3 Importance of Emotional Stability
- 2.5.3.1 Importance of Emotional Stability in Academics
- 2.6 Review of Related Literature
- Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Research Design
- 3.3 Population of the Study and Sample Size
- 3.4 Research Instrument
- 3.5 Measurements
- 3.5.1 Measurement Academic Performance
- 3.5.2 Measurement of Social Media
- 3.5.3 Measurement of Self Esteem
- 3.5.4 Measurement of Emotional Stability
- 3.5.5 Demographic Variables
- 3.6 Ethical Consideration
- Chapter 4: RESULTS
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Reliability Analysis of All Variables
- 4.3 Frequencies of Demographic Characteristics
- 4.4 Correlation Analysis of Study Variables
- 4.5 Linear Regression Analysis of the Variables
- 4.6 Gender Differences of All Variables
- Chapter 5: DISCUSSION
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Discussion of Results
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to investigate the relationship between social media usage intensity, self-esteem, emotional stability, and academic performance among undergraduate students. It seeks to understand how these factors interact and influence academic success.
- The impact of social media usage on academic performance.
- The role of self-esteem in mediating the relationship between social media use and academic achievement.
- The influence of emotional stability on academic performance and its interaction with social media use.
- Exploring potential gender differences in these relationships.
- Identifying implications for improving student academic success.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION: This chapter sets the stage for the research by providing background information on the increasing use of social media among students and its potential impact on their academic performance. It clearly defines the research problem, outlining the lack of sufficient research exploring the combined influence of social media usage, self-esteem, and emotional stability. The chapter then states the research objectives, hypotheses, and the significance of the study, highlighting the potential contributions to understanding and improving student academic success. The scope of the study and definitions of key terms are also provided, creating a solid foundation for the research.
Chapter 2: LITERATURE REVIEW: This chapter presents a comprehensive overview of existing research related to academic performance, social media use, self-esteem, and emotional stability. It examines various definitions and theoretical frameworks for each concept, exploring the existing literature on their individual and combined effects on student academic success. The review extensively analyzes the impact of social media on students, incorporating discussions of different social media platforms and their functionalities. It meticulously examines theories like Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to explain the interaction between self-esteem and academic performance. The chapter concludes by synthesizing this existing research, highlighting gaps in knowledge that the current study addresses.
Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY: This chapter details the research design, population, sample size, and data collection instruments used in the study. It describes the chosen quantitative methods and explains the procedures for measuring academic performance, social media usage intensity, self-esteem, and emotional stability. The chapter also outlines the statistical analyses planned to address the research questions and hypotheses. It concludes with a discussion of ethical considerations ensuring the protection of participant rights and confidentiality.
Chapter 4: RESULTS: This chapter presents the findings of the study, starting with an analysis of the reliability of the measurement instruments. It provides detailed descriptions of the demographic characteristics of the participants and reports the results of correlation and linear regression analyses exploring relationships between social media usage intensity, self-esteem, emotional stability, and academic performance. It also showcases the results of the analysis exploring gender differences in these relationships. The chapter presents the statistical findings in a clear and organized manner, ready for interpretation in the following chapter.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Social media usage, academic performance, self-esteem, emotional stability, undergraduate students, correlation, regression analysis, gender differences.
Häufig gestellte Fragen (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is the purpose of this document?
This document provides a language preview for a research study. It includes the table of contents, objectives and key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords.
What is covered in the Table of Contents?
The Table of Contents outlines the structure of the research study, including chapters on Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, and Discussion. It also details the subtopics covered within each chapter, such as the research problem, objectives, hypotheses, significance of the study, definitions of key terms, and the specific research methods used.
What are the objectives and key themes of the study?
The primary objective of the study is to investigate the relationship between social media usage intensity, self-esteem, emotional stability, and academic performance among undergraduate students. Key themes include the impact of social media on academic performance, the mediating role of self-esteem, the influence of emotional stability, gender differences in these relationships, and implications for improving student academic success.
What are the key concepts reviewed in the literature review chapter?
The literature review focuses on providing definitions of academic performance, social media, self-esteem, and emotional stability and the existing literature on their individual and combined effects on student academic success. The review explores different social media platforms, theoretical frameworks, and related theories such as Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to explain the interaction between these concepts.
What is the methodology used in the research?
The methodology chapter details the research design, population and sample size, data collection instruments, and measurements used in the study. It also outlines the statistical analyses planned to address the research questions and hypotheses, ensuring the protection of participant rights and confidentiality.
What type of data analysis is performed in the study?
The study employs reliability analysis, correlation analysis, and linear regression analysis to explore the relationships between social media usage intensity, self-esteem, emotional stability, and academic performance. Additionally, the study examines gender differences across all variables.
What keywords are associated with this research?
The key words associated with this research include social media usage, academic performance, self-esteem, emotional stability, undergraduate students, correlation, regression analysis, and gender differences.
What is the expected outcome of the study?
The study aims to provide insights into how social media usage, self-esteem, and emotional stability interact to influence the academic performance of undergraduate students. The findings are intended to contribute to a better understanding of these factors and inform strategies for improving student academic success.
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- Mamoona Gull (Author), 2023, Influence of Social Media Usage Intensity, Self-Esteem, and Emotional Stability on Academic Performance of Undergraduate Students, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1523912
