DIGITAL FOOTPRINTS, EDUCATIONAL IMPACT: SOCIAL MEDIA'S INFLUENCE ON STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN SOUTH-EAST NIGERIA

Authors

  • Dr. Funke Adewale Olufemi, PhD Department of Educational Management, University of Lagos

Keywords:

Social media, Student engagement, Teaching and learning, Negative consequences, Mindfulnes

Abstract

This paper examines the use of social media by university students and its impact on their engagement. The paper begins by defining social media and student engagement. It then discusses the different ways in which social media can be used for teaching and learning, as well as the potential negative consequences of social media use. The paper then argues that students need to be mindful of the time they spend on social media and how it is affecting their engagement with their studies.

Published

2023-12-07

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 4 (2023)

Section

Articles
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