The Effects of Social Media on the Interpersonal Relationship and Academic Achievement of Students in Taal National High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The study investigated the effects of social media on the interpersonal relationship and academic achievement of the students in Taal National High School, Batangas, Philippines. Students nowadays are more visual and auditory learners. They are more attentive and participative if lessons and outcomes are presented in interactive ways. The use of computers in the teaching has been in practice and is still increasing with the advent of different instructional programs, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and many more on the internet. Students usually use these tools in their studies and information exchange. However, there are perceptions that interpersonal relationships are also affected positively and negatively by such use of multimedia.

METHODS

The researcher used the quantitative descriptive method of research. The respondents of the study are the primarily selected students of Taal National High School. The academic achievement of the respondents will be based on their academic grades acquired within the school year, while the data on interpersonal relationships will based from a survey questionnaire.

RESULTS

Most of the respondents chose Facebook as their form of social media, which they accessed through their mobile phones. The respondents strongly agreed that social media affect their interpersonal relationships in their parents, siblings and friends. Most of the respondents have grades between 80-84 or satisfactory grades. The respondents Social Media use is significantly related to their interpersonal relationships and academic achievements.

DISCUSSIONS

The parents in general must be aware that students need parental guidance while using the Social Media. Parents play a major role in their child's academic performance, thus when their children's learning habit diverted into excessive use of Social Media this will have a great effect on the child's Academic Performance. Social Media in moderate usage doesn't directly affect the students' learning process, but anything in excess is harmful. Teachers should be aware and orient the students on how to use Social Media moderately. Monitor school work diligently and design course works which students can indulge into more fulfilling and productive activities.