Today Facebook is considered as one of the most popular platforms for online social networking among youth, and - as many researches show – university students. The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of social networking sites i.e. Facebook on students’ academic performance. The study was carried out in Wollega University with regular undergraduate students in focus. A questionnaire was designed to assess impact of Facebook usage on Student and was administered to 384 students’ selected using stratified sampling technique. Variables identified are time spent on Facebook, addiction to Facebook and academic performance. The Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient was used to examine the relationship between addiction to Facebook and time spent on Facebook and students’ academic performance. Furthermore, a multiple linear regression was carried out to determine the relative contribution of addiction to Facebook and time spent on Facebook to students’ academic performance. An analysis of the results was carried out using the SPSS software package. And the findings of this study shows that time spent on Facebook and addiction to it negatively and significantly affects students’ academic performance.
Table of Contents
- Chapter One: Introduction
- 1.1 Background of the Study
- 1.2 Statement of the Problem
- 1.3 Objectives of the Study
- 1.3.1 General Objective
- 1.3.2 Specific Objectives
- 1.4 Research Questions
- 1.5 Significance of the Study
- 1.6 Scope of the Study
- 1.7 Limitation of the Study
- 1.8 Operational Definition of Key Terms
- 1.9 Organization of the Thesis
- Chapter Two: Review of Related Literatures
- 2.1 Definition of Social Networks
- 2.2 Becoming Social
- 2.3 Extent of Social Media Technology Use
- 2.3.1 General Demographics
- 2.3.2 College-Age Users
- 2.4 An Overview of Facebook
- 2.5 Facebook Usage
- 2.6 Students' Perceptions of Facebook
- 2.7 Academic Performance
- 2.8 Facebook and Academic Performance
- 2.9 Hedonic Usage of Facebook and Academic Performance
- 2.10 Theoretical Review
- 2.10.1 Flow Theory (FT)
- 2.10.2 Distraction Effect
- 2.11 Impacts of Facebook Usage
- 2.11.1 Positive impacts
- 2.11.1.1 Sharing and collecting information
- 2.11.1.2 Communication and entertainment
- 2.11.2 Negative impacts
- 2.11.2.1 Academic performance problems
- 2.12 Student's behavior
- 2.13 Empirical Review
- 2.14 Conceptual Framework
- Chapter Three: Research Methodology
- 3.1 Description of the Study Area
- 3.2 Research Design
- 3.3 Population and Sampling
- 3.3.1 Target Population
- 3.3.2 Sample Size and Sampling Technique
- 3.3.2.1 Sample Size
- 3.3.2.2 Sampling Techniques
- 3.4 Source of Data and Instruments of Data Collection
- 3.4.1 Reliability and Validity of Research Instruments
- 3.4.1.1 Reliability of Research Instruments
- 3.4.1.2 Validity of Research instruments
Objectives and Key Themes
This study aims to assess the impact of Facebook usage on the academic performance of undergraduate students at Wollega University. It investigates the correlation between time spent on Facebook, addiction to the platform, and academic results.
- Impact of Facebook usage on academic performance
- Correlation between time spent on Facebook and academic achievement
- Relationship between Facebook addiction and academic performance
- Analysis of the influence of social media on student behavior
- Application of research methodologies to study social media's impact on education
Chapter Summaries
Chapter One: Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the research by providing background information on the increasing popularity of Facebook among university students. It clearly states the problem of potential negative impacts of Facebook on academic performance, outlining the study's objectives—to investigate the relationship between Facebook usage, addiction, and academic performance. The chapter also defines key terms, explains the scope and limitations of the research, and details the methodology used. The significance of the study is highlighted by emphasizing the need to understand how social media affects students' learning and success.
Chapter Two: Review of Related Literatures: This chapter explores existing literature on social networking sites, focusing specifically on Facebook and its impact on academic performance. It delves into definitions of social networks, examines the prevalence of social media use among college students, and provides an overview of Facebook's features and usage patterns. A crucial component of this chapter involves a theoretical framework, likely integrating models like flow theory and the distraction effect, to explain the potential mechanisms through which Facebook usage can influence academic performance. The chapter reviews studies that have examined both positive and negative impacts of Facebook, including its use for information sharing and communication, but primarily focusing on the potential negative effects on academic performance. The empirical review synthesizes existing research to contextualize the present study.
Chapter Three: Research Methodology: This chapter details the research design and methodology employed in the study. It begins with a description of the study area—Wollega University—and outlines the research design, including the target population and sampling techniques used to select participants (384 undergraduate students via stratified sampling). A key section focuses on the instruments used for data collection, likely a questionnaire, and critically evaluates the reliability and validity of these instruments to ensure the rigor of the data gathered. The chapter lays out the procedures followed to collect and analyze data, providing transparency and supporting the study's scientific merit.
Keywords
Academic performance, Facebook, social networking sites, social media, university students, addiction, time management, research methodology, correlation, regression analysis, quantitative research.
Frequently Asked Questions: Impact of Facebook Usage on Academic Performance of Undergraduate Students at Wollega University
What is the main focus of this research?
This research assesses the impact of Facebook usage on the academic performance of undergraduate students at Wollega University. It investigates the correlation between time spent on Facebook, addiction to the platform, and academic results.
What are the key themes explored in the study?
The study explores the impact of Facebook usage on academic performance, the correlation between time spent on Facebook and academic achievement, the relationship between Facebook addiction and academic performance, the influence of social media on student behavior, and the application of research methodologies to study social media's impact on education.
What does the Table of Contents reveal about the study's structure?
The Table of Contents shows a typical academic research structure. It includes an introduction (Chapter One) establishing the research background, problem statement, objectives, and methodology. Chapter Two is a literature review examining existing research on social media, Facebook, and academic performance, integrating relevant theories. Chapter Three details the research methodology, including the research design, sampling techniques, data collection instruments, and their validity and reliability.
What are the key objectives of the study?
The study aims to determine the impact of Facebook usage on academic performance, analyze the correlation between Facebook usage time and academic achievement, and investigate the relationship between Facebook addiction and academic performance.
What methodology is used in this research?
The study employs a quantitative research design. It involves a description of the study area (Wollega University), outlines the target population (undergraduate students), and specifies the sampling techniques used (stratified sampling resulting in 384 participants). Data collection instruments, likely questionnaires, are described, and their reliability and validity are assessed to ensure research rigor.
What are the chapter summaries?
Chapter One introduces the research problem and objectives. Chapter Two reviews existing literature on social media, Facebook, and academic performance, incorporating relevant theories such as flow theory and the distraction effect. Chapter Three details the research methodology, including the sampling technique, data collection instruments, and procedures for ensuring data quality.
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Keywords include: Academic performance, Facebook, social networking sites, social media, university students, addiction, time management, research methodology, correlation, regression analysis, quantitative research.
What is the significance of this study?
The study is significant because it addresses the growing concern about the impact of social media on students' academic performance. Understanding this relationship can inform strategies to help students manage their social media use and improve their academic success.
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- Fromsa Bedassa (Author), 2014, Impact of Facebook Usage on Students Academic Performance, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/277559
