THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE INCOMING ELECTION 2022 ON SELECTED GRADE 12 STUDENTS

Summary

This presentation highlights a research study on the influence of social media on the 2022 election, focusing on Grade 12 students from Jose Bel Santos High School. The study involved 31 respondents and aimed to assess how social media affects students' political views. Findings revealed that social media can spread both valuable political insights and misinformation. Students benefited from increased awareness of political issues, but also faced challenges such as false information and strained friendships. Recommendations include incorporating social media into education, guiding students' usage, and expanding future research on the topic.

Takeaways

• 📚 The presentation introduces a study on the influence of social media on the 2022 election, focusing on selected Grade 12 students from Santos High School.
• 🌐 The researchers emphasize the widespread influence of social media in various fields, including politics, due to its rapid information dissemination and engagement capabilities.
• 👥 The study gathered responses from 31 Grade 12 students at Jose Bel Santos High School via a survey questionnaire on Google Forms.
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Respondents were profiled based on age, gender, academic strand, voter registration status, and social media usage frequency.
• 📊 Findings reveal that social media has both advantages (e.g., awareness, engagement) and disadvantages (e.g., misinformation, potential friendship conflicts) in political campaigning.
• 🗣️ Social media helps students stay informed on political issues and candidates, allowing them to make more informed decisions.
• 🤔 The study highlights that many students agree social media provides false information, which could influence their political perspectives.
• 🔍 Recommendations include the integration of social media into educational settings to enhance learning and promote responsible use.
• 📈 Researchers recommend expanding the study to include a larger sample size and adding more questions to strengthen the findings.
• 👪 The study suggests that parents should monitor and guide their children's social media usage to minimize exposure to misinformation.

Q & A

What is the title of the research study presented in the script?

The title of the research study is 'The Influence of Social Media on Incoming Election 2022 on Selected Grade 12 Students of Sabot Santos High School.'

What is the main objective of the study?

The main objective of the study is to determine the influence of social media on the 2022 election among selected Grade 12 students of Sabot Santos High School.

How many respondents participated in the study?

A total of 31 respondents participated in the study.

What demographic information about the respondents is provided in the study?

The study provides information about the respondents' age, gender, academic strand, voter registration status, and the amount of time they spend on social media daily.

What percentage of respondents are registered voters?

According to the study, 48.4% of the respondents are registered voters, while 51.6% are not.

What were the key findings about how often respondents use social media?

The study found that 41.9% of respondents spend 1-2 hours on social media, 45.2% spend 3-5 hours, and 12.9% spend more than 5 hours daily.

What advantages of using social media in election campaigns were identified by the respondents?

Respondents agreed that social media provides a platform for candidates to communicate and present their responses to national issues, and helps build relationships with potential voters.

What disadvantages of social media in election campaigns were identified by the respondents?

Respondents identified the spread of misinformation as a significant disadvantage of social media in election campaigns.

How does social media influence the political views of students, according to the study?

The study found that social media helps students become more informed about politics, conduct research on candidates, and gain a comprehensive understanding of national issues.

What are the study's recommendations based on the findings?

The study recommends that school administrators use social media in the classroom, parents guide their children's use of social media, and future researchers conduct similar studies with larger groups of respondents and more comprehensive questionnaires.