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Social Media Usage and Critical Thinking Skills among Students in Manticao District, Misamis Oriental

Author(s) Louie Jay C. Cagampang, Roie M. Ubayubay, PhD
Country Philippines
Abstract This study explores how social media platforms can enhance critical thinking by exposing students to diverse perspectives and prompting them to question their assumptions. It aims to assess the critical thinking skills of 300 junior high school students in Manticao District during the School Year 2023–2024 and determine the relationship between their social media usage, profile characteristics, and critical thinking abilities. A descriptive research method was utilized, with data analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. A T-test assessed the relationship between social media use and critical thinking, while Pearson Product-Moment Correlation measured relationships between variables.
Findings reveal that most respondents are 15-year-old female Grade 10 students who use cellphones for 6–7 hours daily, have a daily allowance of 60–99 pesos, and are generally satisfied with their social media experience. Their critical thinking, particularly in relationship maintenance and analysis, is frequently demonstrated and rated as high. The results show a significant correlation between social media usage and critical thinking skills. It is recommended that educators integrate social media into lessons, promote critical evaluation of content, and use digital platforms to build media literacy. Encouraging responsible gadget use can help enhance students' internet readiness and foster critical, informed engagement online.
Keywords Social Media Usage, Critical Thinking Skills
Field Sociology > Education
Published In Volume 16, Issue 2, April-June 2025
Published On 2025-05-22
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i2.5448
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9mq7r
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