Analysing the Correlation Between Student S Grades and-Social Networks
Analysing the Relationship between Academic Performance &
Use of Social Networking Sites (SNS)
Table of contents
Abstract 3
Chapter 1: Introduction 4 Paper Structure 4
Chapter 2: Literature Review 5 Definition and Examples of Social Networking Sites 5 Use of SNS 6 SNS and Academic Performance 6
Chapter 3: Research Methodology 8 Research Approach 8 Time horizon 9 Data analysis methods 9 Validity & Reliability 10
Chapter 4: Results & Analysis 12 Descriptive Statistics 12 Data Analysis 16
Chapter 5: Conclusion & Recommendations 20 Overview of the key points 20 Limitations & Suggestions for Future Research 20
References 21
Appendices 22 Appendix I: Briefing Statement for Research Participants 22 Appendix II – Questionnaires 23
Abstract
Social networking sites (SNS) have created a new social dimension where individuals can develop increased levels of their social awareness and getting information in many more aspects of everyday lives. SNS help people to enhance their knowledge, which is very beneficial especially for students. However, some argue the use of SNS also entails negative effects that overrule the gains. This may be reflected on students’ grades.
The main objective of this research is to analyse the relationship between student’s academic performance and use of SNS. The research was conducted through the use of online questionnaires. Excel and SPSS software were used to analyse the data collected. Findings from this study showed that there is a weak, negative relationship between these two variables.
Chapter 1: Introduction
There is no doubt that the global revolution of SNS has brought great changes to many aspects of everyday life. People use them to keep in touch with distant friends and relatives or to make new social and professional acquaintances.
Whatever the reason behind this increased use, SNS have for many become a way of life. Especially for young people, SNS are
Use of Social Networking Sites (SNS)
Table of contents
Abstract 3
Chapter 1: Introduction 4 Paper Structure 4
Chapter 2: Literature Review 5 Definition and Examples of Social Networking Sites 5 Use of SNS 6 SNS and Academic Performance 6
Chapter 3: Research Methodology 8 Research Approach 8 Time horizon 9 Data analysis methods 9 Validity & Reliability 10
Chapter 4: Results & Analysis 12 Descriptive Statistics 12 Data Analysis 16
Chapter 5: Conclusion & Recommendations 20 Overview of the key points 20 Limitations & Suggestions for Future Research 20
References 21
Appendices 22 Appendix I: Briefing Statement for Research Participants 22 Appendix II – Questionnaires 23
Abstract
Social networking sites (SNS) have created a new social dimension where individuals can develop increased levels of their social awareness and getting information in many more aspects of everyday lives. SNS help people to enhance their knowledge, which is very beneficial especially for students. However, some argue the use of SNS also entails negative effects that overrule the gains. This may be reflected on students’ grades.
The main objective of this research is to analyse the relationship between student’s academic performance and use of SNS. The research was conducted through the use of online questionnaires. Excel and SPSS software were used to analyse the data collected. Findings from this study showed that there is a weak, negative relationship between these two variables.
Chapter 1: Introduction
There is no doubt that the global revolution of SNS has brought great changes to many aspects of everyday life. People use them to keep in touch with distant friends and relatives or to make new social and professional acquaintances.
Whatever the reason behind this increased use, SNS have for many become a way of life. Especially for young people, SNS are
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