RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE AND SELF-ESTEEM OF GRADE 12 HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE STUDENTS IN IMMACULADA CONCEPCION COLLEGE

Abstract

In this quantitative study, a descriptive correlational design was used to explore the relationship between smartphone usage and academic procrastination among 246 Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) students at Immaculada Concepcion College. Data were collected through an online survey administered via Google Forms, which included questions about smartphone usage for academic purposes, social media engagement, gaming activities, and measures of procrastination tendencies. Statistical analysis, specifically Pearson's correlation coefficient, was employed to identify potential correlations between smartphone usage patterns and levels of academic procrastination.

Previous research has indicated a significant positive correlation between problematic smartphone use and academic procrastination. For example, one study found that mobile phone addiction is negatively associated with academic performance among university students worldwide, with high-frequency mobile phone users investing less time in academic attention and interest. Another study showed that mobile phone dependence has a significant positive effect on academic procrastination, suggesting that greater reliance on mobile phones is linked to increased procrastination.

These findings underscore the importance of understanding the impact of smartphone usage on students' academic behaviors and highlight the need for strategies to manage smartphone use in order to mitigate procrastination and enhance academic performance. In this quantitative descriptive-correlational study, researchers employed simple random sampling to collect data from 244 Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) students across sections 1 to 16 at Immaculada Concepcion College. The data collection was conducted through an online survey administered via Google Forms, which included questions on smartphone usage for academic purposes, social media engagement, and gaming activities, as well as measures of procrastination tendencies.

Key Findings:

Prevalence of Social Media Usage: The results indicated that most respondents frequently use social media platforms, dedicating significant portions of their time to these activities.

Correlation with Procrastination: Statistical analysis revealed a moderate positive correlation (r = 0.7004, p < .00001) between the frequency of smartphone use and procrastination tendencies. This suggests that higher smartphone usage is associated with increased procrastination in academic tasks.

These findings align with existing literature that highlights the impact of social media usage on academic behaviors. For instance, a study found a significant positive correlation between social media usage and academic procrastination, indicating that increased time spent on social media is associated with higher levels of procrastination among students. 

The study underscores the dual role of smartphones in students' academic lives. While they serve as essential tools for accessing educational resources, their potential to distract and lead to procrastination is significant. To mitigate procrastination, implementing effective time management strategies is crucial. This study aims to explore the relationship between social media usage and self-esteem among Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) students at Immaculada Concepcion College. Preliminary findings indicate that most respondents frequently engage with social media platforms, primarily for entertainment and communication purposes. This study aims to explore the relationship between social media usage and self-esteem among Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) students at Immaculada Concepcion College. Preliminary findings indicate that most respondents frequently engage with social media platforms, primarily for entertainment and communication purposes.