Authors : Baisali Raj; Sumitra Behera; Dr. Jyoti Sankar Pradhan

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 3 - March

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26mar1687

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Abstract : Social media has become an integral part of students’ daily lives, influencing not only their social interactions but also their learning behaviours and academic outcomes. The present study examines the effect of social media usage on the academic achievement of higher secondary students in relation to their gender and type of school. Using a descriptive survey method, data were collected from 80 higher secondary students. Data were collected using self-developed tools prepared by the researcher, namely a Social Media Usage Questionnaire and an Academic Achievement Test. Statistical techniques such as mean, standard deviation, t-test, and Pearson’s product moment correlation were used for data analysis. The findings reveal a significant difference in academic achievement with respect to gender, while no significant difference was found based on type of school. Correlation analysis indicates a weak positive relationship between social media usage and academic achievement for both boys and girls, whereas a moderate positive relationship was observed for students from both government and private schools. The results suggest that social media, when used constructively, can support academic performance, though its influence varies across demographic contexts. The study highlights the need for guided and purposeful use of social media in educational settings to maximize its academic benefits and minimize potential distractions.

Keywords : Social Media, Academic Achievement, Higher Secondary

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